System Auditor at Akiba Commercial Bank PLC 

Akiba Commercial Bank (ACB)

Dar es Salaam

SYSTEM AUDITOR

The bank is looking for a high caliber System Auditor professional with proven system auditing experience

Reporting to the Audit Manager, the incumbent will be responsible for providing an independent and objective assurance on the effectiveness and efficiency of the core banking system and all other peripheral systems/applications used by the Bank.

THE ROLE

• Conduct periodic planned audits as necessary for the Bank.
• Execute the audit process on a wide variety of computing environments and computer applications and accurately interpret results against defined criteria in accordance with professional standards.
• Identify and appropriately dimensions’ risks, formulate recommendations which are appropriate, practical and cost effective.
• Consistently document relevant factors and information which support the work performed and conclusions drawn to take appropriate action.
• Developing Risk assessment and annual audit plan with emphasis on IT systems and application.
• Developing and implementing Internal auditing manual, policies, procedures and program.
• Extract and analyze data from the banking core system and other bank records, including defining audit scope and tests for audit at field’s works.
• Monitor accuracy of data in different IT systems like core banking system and all other software used by the bank.
• Keep the Chief Internal Auditor regularly informed of the progress of the audit and exception issues related to IT.
• Prepare audit work paper by documenting audit test and finding and evaluating the sufficiency and appropriateness of audit evidence to support conclusion drawn.
• Ensure that audit reports and recommendations including those by the external auditors and BOT examiners are implemented.
• Undertake spot checks and assist in any special investigations.
• Ensure completeness of any audit assignments as delegated from time to time by the Chief Internal Audit, including the management of the filing and maintaining of adequate audit trail in the working papers file.
• Follow up of recommendations made by external auditors and central bank inspectors to ensure due implementations by management.
• Review of accounting policies, ascertaining their adequacy and compliance with set standards and issuing appropriate reports periodically.
• Review the accuracy and efficiency of the accounting systems and controls.
• Ensuring compliance with ACB policies procedures and controls, including adherence to Client Protection
• Principles and customer service standards.
• Examine and ensure that relevant documents, records, procedures and systems are followed and comply with the established policy, procedures and authority limits within the organization.
• Prepare timely audit reports detailing audit findings and recommendations for improvements on procedures and internal controls.
• Performs a variety of routine daily tasks; reviews reports, prepares correspondence and participates in special department projects.

THE CANDIDATE

• University Degree majoring in Computer Science from accredited university.
• Accounting and CPA (T) or its equivalent.
• Professional certification such as Certification in Information System Audit (CISA).
• ACA, ACCA or relevant audit qualification.
• Three years’ relevant experience.
• Understand the financial, operational, and compliance risks which affect systems design, modification and processing activities.
• Knowledge and experience of Banking /Financial Services.
• Good understanding of bank operations.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

If you meet the above requirements and ready for great challenges

Covering letter and Your Curriculum vitae

To: [email protected]

Deadline: February 26, 2024: