Internal Auditor

Job Overview

J.SAMUEL RICHARDS & ASSOCIATES is a leading professional services firm operating across Uganda, providing audit, tax, and advisory solutions to a diverse client base. The firm is seeking a diligent Internal Auditor to strengthen its internal control framework and support risk-based assurance activities.

The role reports directly to senior management and provides independent, objective evaluations of financial reporting, operational processes, and compliance with Ugandan regulations. Successful candidates will contribute to the firm’s reputation for integrity and excellence while gaining exposure to complex audit environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute a risk-based internal audit plan approved by the Board, ensuring timely completion of all scheduled audit engagements throughout the fiscal year.
• Review financial statements, revenue streams, billing procedures, collections, payments, and reconciliations to detect material misstatements and management override risks.
• Audit credit control processes, payroll administration, guard deployment schedules, procurement cycles, stores management, asset registers, fleet utilization, and operational cost controls.
• Assess compliance with tax regulations, NSSF contributions, labour laws, licensing requirements, insurance policies, and other statutory obligations relevant to the organization’s activities.
• Evaluate system access controls, segregation of duties, audit trail integrity, and perform investigations when irregularities or suspected fraud are identified.
• Track management action plans, monitor implementation of audit recommendations, and escalate overdue or repeated control failures to appropriate governance committees.
• Support enterprise risk management initiatives by identifying emerging risks, assessing their impact, and advising on mitigation strategies aligned with organizational objectives.
• Provide quarterly audit reports to the Board and audit committee, highlighting significant findings, root causes, and recommended corrective actions for improvement.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of International Standards on Auditing, Ugandan GAAP, and relevant regulatory frameworks to ensure audit work meets professional standards.
• Mentor junior audit staff, share best practices, and foster a culture of continuous learning and ethical conduct within the internal audit function.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Business Administration, Risk Management, or a closely related field from a recognized university.
• Full CPA Uganda qualification or equivalent professional accountancy certification demonstrating technical competence in auditing and accounting.
• Minimum of five years progressive experience in internal audit, external audit, risk management, forensic review, financial controls, or compliance auditing.
• Proven experience auditing payroll, revenue, procurement, fleet, stores, or field operations, with ability to assess cost-control effectiveness.
• Strong knowledge of Ugandan tax legislation, NSSF regulations, labour laws, licensing requirements, and insurance compliance frameworks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with accounting software such as Tally Prime, QuickBooks, or payroll processing systems.
• Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to interpret complex financial data to support informed decision-making.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to present audit findings clearly to senior management and stakeholders.

Desirable

• Experience working in security services, labour-intensive operations, logistics, or manpower deployment environments.
• Background in branch operations, multi-site audits, or centralized service centers with dispersed operational units.
• Familiarity with internal audit software tools, data analytics platforms, or continuous auditing techniques.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality management frameworks or COSO internal control models.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple audit assignments simultaneously under tight deadlines.
• Willingness to travel within Uganda for field audits, site visits, and client engagements as required.
• Proficiency in preparing clear, concise audit reports and delivering presentations that drive actionable improvements.
• Commitment to upholding the highest ethical standards, confidentiality, and professional skepticism in all audit activities.

What the Role Offers

• Competitive monthly salary commensurate with experience and qualifications, reviewed annually.
• Housing allowance or provision of company accommodation for eligible staff based on location and grade.
• Transport facilitation through a monthly travel stipend or access to company-operated shuttle services.
• Medical insurance coverage extending to spouse and dependents, including inpatient and outpatient care.
• Generous leave entitlement comprising annual leave, sick leave, maternity/paternity leave, and public holidays as per Ugandan labour law.
• Opportunities for professional development, including sponsorship for CPA exams, short courses, and industry conferences.
• Performance-based bonuses tied to audit quality, timeliness, and contribution to organizational risk reduction goals.
• Supportive work environment with clear career progression pathways to senior audit, audit manager, or head of internal audit positions.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a detailed curriculum vitae, copies of academic and professional certificates, and a brief cover letter outlining their suitability for the Internal Auditor role. Please apply now by clicking the link below.

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