Internal Audit Manager

About the role

Britam is hiring an Internal Audit Manager in Kampala to lead, manage and execute independent assurance and consulting engagements for Uganda operations and assigned regional coverage. The role evaluates governance, risk management, compliance and internal control processes, keeping audit coverage risk-based, data-informed, aligned to the annual audit plan, regulatory requirements and Group Internal Audit standards.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute a risk-based annual internal audit plan, maintain the audit universe and align audit strategy with Group plans and business objectives.
• Lead audit engagements from planning through reporting and follow-up, develop audit programmes, oversee control and compliance testing and ensure adherence to Group IA methodology and IIA Standards.
• Prepare audit reports and dashboards, give opinions and recommendations, track and escalate issues and maintain relationships with management, committees, regulators and auditors.
• Provide assurance on governance, finance, investments, operations, compliance and customer-related risks, and verify compliance with laws, regulations and policies.
• Champion data analytics and continuous auditing, collaborate on analytics and support automation and digital risk assurance.
• Supervise and coach audit resources, provide performance feedback, promote a high-performance audit culture and manage audit unit budgets and administration.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Actuarial Science, IT, Law, Business Administration or a related field; MBA or relevant postgraduate qualification is an added advantage.
• Professional qualification such as CPA, ACCA, CIA, CISA, CFE, CFA or equivalent.
• Minimum 7 years' experience in internal audit, external audit, risk, compliance or assurance within financial services.
• At least 3 years in a supervisory or audit management role.

Required skills

• Understanding of regulatory requirements, governance, operational controls, customer conduct and data protection.
• Knowledge of technology risk, data-driven assurance, IIA Standards, risk-based auditing and governance and control frameworks.
• Experience with audit management systems and data analytics tools.
• Strong analytical, leadership, stakeholder management, report writing and communication skills, including engagement with senior management and the Board while maintaining independence.