Internal Audit Manager

Job type: Full-time

Reporting to: Head of Internal Audit

Job Responsibilities:

• Support the Head of Internal Audit to assist management in improving the risk management process, control environment, and operational efficiency across ASA Microfinance (Tanzania) Limited, including governance, operations, and information systems.
• Identify, assess, and evaluate organizational risk areas, making appropriate recommendations for improving auditing controls and accounting procedures.
• Perform internal audit activities in accordance with the internal audit manual branch audit checklist to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies and procedures.
• Take primary responsibility for engagement supervision and preparation of draft reports, and assume an active role in discussing recommendations and agreed remedial actions with appropriate management levels.
• Perform audit verification reviews on implemented measures following audit recommendations.
• Evaluate the current organizational structure of the Internal Audit Department and suggest necessary improvements in structure, staffing, policies, and procedures in relation to overall profitability.
• Prepare detailed audit reports highlighting internal control strengths/weaknesses and comments/recommendations on operational improvements, submitting the report and related work file to the supervisor for review.
• Ensure ASA Tanzania meets fiscal acts and rules/regulations set by the Government of Tanzania and regulatory bodies/local authorities from time to time.
• Arrange, manage, and maintain documentation of the Internal Audit section.
• Evaluate financial and operational procedures to ensure adequate internal controls are present.
• Conduct operational, financial, and compliance internal audits.
• Facilitate internal and external audits of all program support departments.
• Conduct regular field visits for auditing purposes.

Academic Qualification & Experience Requirements:

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related subjects.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA-T) is a must.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in an auditing role is a must.
• Preferably experience working with banks, microfinance/financial institutions, or auditing firms.
• In-depth knowledge of corporate financial law and risk management practices.
• Proficient in the use of MS Office and financial management software (e.g., SAP).

Remuneration

Attractive salary package will be offered relating to competencies and experiences.

General Requirements for Applicants of All Posts

• Application Letter.
• Curriculum Vitae enclosing details of work experience, skills, and postal and telephone contacts of three referees.
• One current passport-size photograph attached in CV.

Mode of Application

Applicants who consider themselves competent for the above-mentioned positions should send their applications to recruitment@asatanzania.co.tz or drop their application at our Head Office at Plot No. 87, Msese Street, Kinondoni Road before 17:00 hrs on 06th July 2025. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview. No phone calls are allowed for inquiries. No allowances will be admissible for interviews.