Senior Internal Auditor Jobs – Uganda Energy Credit Capitalisation Company (UECCC)

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Posted date: 2025-Feb-14

Location: Kampala, Uganda

Job Title: Senior Internal Auditor

Organisation: Uganda Energy Credit Capitalisation Company (UECCC)

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Reports to: Managing Director

About US:

Uganda Energy Credit Capitalisation Company (UECCC) is a Government of Uganda Company in place to facilitate investments in Uganda’s Renewable Energy Sector. The UECCC’s main objective is to provide financial, technical and other support for renewable energy development in Uganda with particular focus on enabling private sector participation.

Job Summary: The role holder will administratively report to the Managing Director and functionally to the Board of Directors in assessing and evaluating the adequacy, effectiveness, and efficiency of UECCC’s internal control systems, processes, and procedures. They will recommend corrective actions to improve operations, enhance internal controls, and reduce costs where possible, in alignment with the company’s policies, regulations, and operating standards.

The role holder will report to the Managing Director.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Develop and execute detailed internal audit plans, covering scope, timing, and nature of audits (financial, operational, compliance), ensuring efficient completion in line with relevant policies, procedures, and quality standards.
Conduct periodic audits and reviews of all functional units, operational units’ books of accounts and related records in accordance with the audit plans, systems, and policies of the Audit function.
Collaborate with management to establish a risk management system, ensuring operations align with UECCC policies and procedures. detect fraud, conduct investigations with stakeholders, and submit reports with actionable recommendations.
Regularly review the accuracy, timeliness, and relevance of financial information and other disclosures provided to management, addressing significant issues as needed.
Provide assurance and consulting services to management and the Board on risk management, control, and governance processes. Identify key risk areas within the company and propose appropriate controls to mitigate them.
Provide management on legislative requirements for compliance with both international and local regulations and provide training to staff and management to ensure adherence.
Prepare periodic Internal Audit reports for management, highlighting findings and providing recommendations, while tracking the implementation of those recommendations.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, commerce or a related field from a recognised university
Professional audit or accounting qualification such as ACCA, CPA, CIA .
Membership in the Institute of Internal Auditors Uganda (IIAU) is an added advantage.
A minimum of 10 years of work experience in an internal audit role, including at least 3 years in a managerial position at an audit firm, government agency, or large corporate entity.
Strong knowledge of audit procedures, planning, techniques, and methods.
Proficiency in computer applications is essential.
Extensive knowledge of accounting standards, auditing procedures, and internal controls.
Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.
Good communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly.
Self-motivated, able to work independently with minimal supervision, and maintains a high level of integrity and confidentiality.

Employment terms

Four (4) years contract with six (6) month’s probation. This is renewable upon satisfactory performance.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, Please send your application for consideration to this email: hrserviceskpmg.co.ke quoting ‘Senior Internal Auditor’

Deadline: 25th February 2025.

NB: UECCC is a public institution, and Ugandan nationals are highly encouraged to apply. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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Date Posted	2025-02-14T06:13
Valid Through	2025-02-14T00:00
Employment Type	FULL_TIME
Hiring Organization	Uganda Energy Credit Capitalisation Company
Job Location	Kampala, Kampala, Kampala , 0256, Uganda

Senior Internal Auditor Jobs – Uganda Energy Credit Capitalisation Company (UECCC)

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