Senior Officer Assurance

UCC is seeking a Senior Officer Assurance to strengthen the organisation's assurance function and support effective governance, risk management, and control processes.

• Department: Internal Audit & Risk

• Division/Section: Assurance Services

• Reports to: Manager Internal & Systems Audit

• Supervisees: None

• Job Grade: UCC 6

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Completion and effectiveness of audit assignments.

• Implementation rate of audit recommendations.

• Compliance with internal policies and external regulations.

• Improvement in operational efficiency and risk management practices.

• Plan audit engagements using knowledge of best practices, legal frameworks, and policies.

• Conduct internal audits across departments to evaluate governance, risk management, and control effectiveness.

• Identify operational, financial, and compliance risks and recommend mitigation strategies.

• Assist in developing and implementing annual audit plans based on risk assessments.

• Prepare detailed audit reports with findings and recommendations for management.

• Perform risk assessments to prioritize audit focus areas.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify process improvements and advise on best practices.

• Follow up on audit recommendations to ensure implementation.

• Assist in conducting fraud investigations as assigned.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.

• Professional certification preferred (e.g., ACCA, CPA, CIA).

• Membership in a professional body is an added advantage.

• Minimum 5 years of auditing experience in a regulated corporate environment.

• Auditing standards and audit planning.

• Risk management practices and control frameworks.

• Financial reporting standards and compliance requirements.

• Investigation and quality assurance.

• Analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.

• High integrity and professionalism.

• Strategic thinking and planning