INVESTIGATIONS OFFICER/ INTERNAL AUDITOR

JOB TITLE: INVESTIGATIONS OFFICER/ INTERNAL AUDITOR

NATURE OF JOB: FULL TIME

SALARY: KSHS.60,000-80,000

JOB LOCATION: RUIRU

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Investigations & Fraud Management

• Undertake investigations into allegations of fraud, corruption, misappropriation of company assets, and other unethical conduct.
• Plan and execute investigations in line with approved investigation methodologies and legal requirements.
• Collect, analyze, and preserve evidence (documentary, digital, and testimonial) in a manner admissible for disciplinary or legal proceedings.
• Conduct interviews and interrogations of staff and third parties as part of investigations.
• Prepare comprehensive investigation and intelligence reports with clear findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
• Support management and legal teams during disciplinary hearings and prosecution processes, including appearing as a witness when required.

Internal Audit & Reviews

• Conduct ad hoc audits and special reviews based on audit findings, whistle-blower reports, or management requests.
• Review financial, operational, and compliance processes to identify control weaknesses and fraud risks.
• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls and recommend improvements.
• Follow up on implementation of audit and investigation recommendations.

Risk & Control Enhancement

• Identify fraud risk trends and emerging threats within the organization.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of fraud prevention strategies, policies, and procedures.
• Promote fraud awareness and ethical conduct across the organization through advisory support.

Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement

• Provide regular updates to management on investigation status and outcomes.
• Liaise with external auditors, law enforcement agencies, regulators, and legal counsel as required.
• Maintain accurate, confidential investigation and audit records.

KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Formal training in Fraud Examination or forensic investigations.
• Professional certification: CPA (K), ACCA, CISA (at least one required).
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in internal audit, investigations, forensic audit, or
• assurance roles within a commercial organization or audit firm.
• Demonstrated experience handling fraud investigations and audit assignments.
• Strong investigative and analytical skills with high attention to detail.
• Sound knowledge of audit standards, fraud risk management, and internal controls.
• Ability to gather, analyze, and synthesize complex information into clear reports.