Promoting Equality in African Schools (PEAS) Internal Auditor Jobs in Uganda

mendations for corrective
actions. This is achieved by reviewing the system of internal controls in order
to determine whether they are adequate and to ensure the following:

• Assets are properly safeguarded and utilized effectively and efficiently
• Financial transactions are properly recorded, summarized and reported
• PEAS and its network of schools are adhering to all laws and regulations

2. The Internal Auditor is also responsible for:

• Notifying the Audit & Risk Manager of internal control weaknesses
• Making audit recommendations to correct these weaknesses and discussing both
the problems and the solutions with the supervisor
• Maintaining all financial records/documentation for all audits and reviews
performed
• Analyzing data obtained for evidence of deficiencies in controls, duplication
of effort, extravagance, fraud or lack of compliance with managements policies

3. Protect confidentiality of records and information gained as part of
exercising professional duties and use discretion in sharing such information
within legal confines.

4. Avoid the appearance of conflict, all requirements of the Professional
Ethics regarding conflicts of interest in employment, purchasing, and other
decisions, including solicitation and acceptance of gifts and favours, and
submit in a timely fashion the required annual disclosure statement regarding
employment and financial

5. Perform any other duties and responsibilities as required alternatives as
the supervisor may find appropriate

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The applicant should possess a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or
related field. Professional certifications such as CPA and CIA are preferred
with a minimum of level
• Familiarity with IIA Standards and the IIA Code of Ethics.
• At least two (2) years auditing and financial reporting/compliance with IFRS
experience.
• Experience in budget and financial management
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
• Very strong computer skills in financial software and Excel, Word,
PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Well organized, analytical and pays attention to detail
• Communicates effectively in English both orally and in writing.
• Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives
and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational
policies and activities
• Flexibility, initiative and self-motivation
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple deadlines
• Ability to develop positive professional relationships with a range of people
• A commitment to the PEAS values

How to apply:

All suitably qualified candidates should send their applications with a cover
letter (paying particular attention to the Person Specification), curriculum
vitae, a brief writing sample (unedited by others), and contact information for
two professional references to:

The Human Resource Manager,
PEAS Uganda,
P.O. Box 23308, Kampala
Plot 2881, Block 216, Ntinda Kisaasi,
Mumbejja Road. Opposite Ndere Centre.
Kampala. Uganda

Or send your application via Email: ugandarecruitment@peas.org.uk,

For further details on vacancies at PEAS visit our website: www.peas.org.uk

NB: Only complete applications will be reviewed, and only qualified candidates
will be shortlisted and contacted by email.