AUDIT ASSISTANT (3 POSTS)- KAKAMEGA COUNTY

Position: Audit Assistant, Job Group CPSB 10 (3 Posts)

This will be the entry and training grade and will work under the direction and supervision of a team leader.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities will include:-

1. Reviewing internal control systems in operation and report on any weaknesses;

2. Undertaking specific audit assignments and preparing detailed audit programmes;

3. Vouching and verification of sample transactions and reporting observations and findings as required;

4. Preparing audit working papers for review by audit supervisor;

5. Reviewing budgetary controls, collecting and analyzing data and statistics; and

6. Physical verification of assets, supplies and stores and confirmation with relevant records kept and maintained.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

i. Diploma in Internal Auditing or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;

ii. Certificate in Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Part I or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) Part I or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; and

iii. A certificate in Computer Application from a recognized institution.

Terms of service: Permanent and Pensionable

Please Note:

i. Candidates should NOT attach any documents to the application form. All the details requested in the advertisement should be filled on the form.

ii. County Government of Kakamega is an equal opportunity employer.

iii. Persons living with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.

iv. Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted.

v. Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.

vi. Shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce originals of their National Identity Card, academic and professional certificates and transcripts during interviews.

vii. Successfully selected candidates will be required to fulfill Chapter Six requirement of the constitution of Kenya, 2020 on integrity and leadership before appointment.

How to Apply

All applicants should click on the Job Offers option on the County Website and fill the application form.

N/B: No hard copy applications will be received.

All applications should reach this office on or before 29th May 2020 at 5.00 p.m.

PLEASE NOTE: Kakamega County Public Service Board does not charge ANY FEE at any stage of the recruitment and selection process. Our official communication channels are email address cpsb@kakamega.go.ke and phone number 0713852573 ONLY.