Internal Auditor job at Benedictine Eye Hospital (BEH)

A. Job Purpose

The purpose of the internal Auditor position is to provide independent, objective assurance and advisory services designed to add value and improve the operations of Benedictine Eye Hospital. The internal Auditor will assist the hospital to accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluating and improving the effectiveness of governance, risk management, internal controls, financial management, compliance, and operational processes.

B. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Effective Internal Control Systems: Adequacy and functionality of financial, operational, and administrative controls assessed and strengthened.
• Compliance and Risk Management: Level of compliance with Hospital Policies, donor requirements, statutory regulations, and best practices enhanced.
• Financial Accountability and Transparency: Improved accuracy, reliability, and integrity of financial and operational records.
• Audit Reporting and Follow-up: Timely preparation of clear, evidence-based audit reports with actionable recommendations and follow-up on implementation.
• Value for Money and Efficiency: Identification of inefficiencies, wastage, and potential fraud risks with practical improvement measures proposed.

C. Essential Qualifications for the Internal Auditor

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Business Administration, or a related field from a recognized institution.
• A Postgraduate qualification in Auditing, Finance, Risk Management, or Management is an added advantage.

D. Professional Qualifications

• Full qualification in a recognized professional accounting/audit body such as:
  • Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) Uganda
  • Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
  • Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) – added advantage
• Registered and in good standing with the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Uganda (ICPAU) or equivalent.

E. Experience

• Minimum of Five (05) years’ relevant work experience in internal audit, external audit, finance, or risk management.
• At least five (5) years’ experience working in a Private Not for Profit (PNFP), Non-Governmental Organization (NGO), faith-based organization, or donor-funded health institution.
• Proven experience supporting external audits and donor/project audits.
• Experience in the health sector is a strong added advantage.

F. Requirements

• Strong knowledge of:
  • Internal control systems and risk-based auditing
  • Ugandan statutory and regulatory frameworks (Uganda Revenue Authority, National Social Security Fund, labor laws)
  • Donor compliance requirements and reporting standards
  • International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF) and international Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing
• Working knowledge of accounting software and Microsoft Office applications.

G. Core Competencies

• Internal audit planning and execution
• Financial analysis and controls assessment
• Risk assessment and mitigation
• Compliance and governance review
• Audit report writing and presentation
• Value-for-money and efficiency analysis

• Provide independent, objective assurance and advisory services designed to add value and improve the operations of Benedictine Eye Hospital.
• Assist the hospital to accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluating and improving the effectiveness of governance, risk management, internal controls, financial management, compliance, and operational processes.
• Assess and strengthen the adequacy and functionality of financial, operational, and administrative controls.
• Enhance the level of compliance with Hospital Policies, donor requirements, statutory regulations, and best practices.
• Improve the accuracy, reliability, and integrity of financial and operational records.
• Prepare timely, clear, evidence-based audit reports with actionable recommendations and follow up on implementation.
• Identify inefficiencies, wastage, and potential fraud risks with practical improvement measures proposed.

• Internal control systems and risk-based auditing
• Ugandan statutory and regulatory frameworks (Uganda Revenue Authority, National Social Security Fund, labor laws)
• Donor compliance requirements and reporting standards
• International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF) and international Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing
• Accounting software and Microsoft Office applications
• Internal audit planning and execution
• Financial analysis and controls assessment
• Risk assessment and mitigation
• Compliance and governance review
• Audit report writing and presentation
• Value-for-money and efficiency analysis

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Business Administration, or a related field from a recognized institution.
• A Postgraduate qualification in Auditing, Finance, Risk Management, or Management is an added advantage.
• Full qualification in a recognized professional accounting/audit body such as: Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) Uganda, Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) – added advantage.
• Registered and in good standing with the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Uganda (ICPAU) or equivalent.