Group Internal Auditor
Ministry Of Local Government
Kitwe, Zambia
05 2019 - 12 2023
- Maintained detailed records of all audits conducted for future reference and analysis.
- Assessed staff efficiency and productivity and made recommendations for improvements.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to conduct internal audits seamlessly without disrupting daily operations.
- Devised and implemented internal audit policies and procedures in line with local and international best practices.
- Shaped internal audit strategy and methodology to meet company goals.
- Kept up-to-date with latest computer-assisted audit techniques (CAATs) and data analytics.
- Undertook continuous monitoring to drive improvements.
- Recommended changes to existing procedures with key stakeholders, implementing more efficient practices.
- Improved risk management by conducting comprehensive internal audits.
- Executed ad hoc and special investigations and reviews requested by management.
- Drew up annual Internal Audit Plan based on key risks and strategies.
- Provided valuable insights to management on financial discrepancies identified during audits.
- Carried out spot checks on physical stock, trade debtors and key areas to identify and resolve issues.
- Managed end-to-end audit process from scoping to fieldwork and report writing.
- Collaborated across teams to implement Three Lines of Defence model.
- Evaluated control systems to minimise risk or loss within the company and improve overall performance.
- Conducted thorough investigations into suspected fraudulent activity to ensure company integrity.
- Reported on control deficiencies to management and made recommendations to mitigate risk and add value.
- Verified implementation of controls through testing and interacting with relevant company staff.
- Conducted tests to identify deficient controls or inefficiencies.
- Assisted in the development of annual audit plans, facilitating effective resource allocation.
- Prepared detailed reports summarising audit findings, aiding decision-making at executive level.
- Enhanced organisational integrity by ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures during audits.
- Coordinated resources and reporting within virtual team setting.
- Planned and executed financial reviews across multiple departments, ensuring consistency in accounting practises throughout the organisation.
- Liaised closely with external auditors to provide necessary information for their assessments whilst maintaining privacy requirements.
- Presented audit results to senior leadership, providing insights into areas needing improvement.
- Collaborated with management in developing remediation plans following audits, strengthening internal controls.
- Provided continuous monitoring and post-audit follow-up reviews – a key factor in improving overall performance.
- Performed detailed testing of internal controls; led to improvement in error detection rate.
