Internal Auditor

JOB TITLE: INTERNAL AUDITOR & COMPLIANCE CONSULTANT

REPORTING TO: CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER

BASED IN: KENYA

ABOUT FARSIGHT GROUP:

Farsight Africa Group is an advisory and implementation company that provides services in Media monitoring, Public Sector Advisory, Technology and Innovation, M&E Research and Learning, Human Resources and Strategic Communications. Our clients include governments, UN Agencies, development organizations and corporate clients.

Farsight Africa Group has established a reputation in the marketplace for working in complex and challenging environments that demand a comprehensive understanding of local cultures, indigenous communication practices and relationships with stakeholders at both the grassroots and national level.

BE THE STRATEGY BEHIND THE GAME.

Farsight Africa Group is seeking an Internal Auditor and Compliance Consultant to add value and improve our operations by bringing a systematic and disciplined approach to the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes. The successful candidate should possess a thorough knowledge of Tax and accounting procedures, Regulatory requirements.

WHAT YOU'LL DO AS THE INTERNAL AUDITOR & COMPLIANCE:

• Conduct follows up audits to monitor management’s interventions
• Identify loopholes and recommend risk aversion measures and cost savings
• Review and ensure accuracy and compliance of all statutory deductions and filings (PAYE, VAT, withholding tax, NHIF, NSSF, and corporate tax).
• Conduct periodic reviews of the finance system to confirm proper tax treatment of all transactions.
• Reconcile tax accounts and verify that all remittances are made on time.
• Review supplier payments to confirm compliance with withholding tax requirements.
• Advise on changes in tax laws and recommend timely updates to company policies and procedures.4jmk,k,
• Provide quarterly reports on Farsight’s overall tax compliance status.
• Liaise with external auditors and KRA on tax-related matters when necessary.
• Train and guide the internal finance team on best practices in tax compliance.
• Determine internal audit scope and develop annual plans

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K) or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in tax compliance and financial audit, preferably with corporate or consulting firms.
• In-depth understanding of KRA tax laws and reporting systems (iTax).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High integrity and discretion in handling confidential financial information

WHO ARE WE A GOOD FIT FOR?

Our benefit comes from our clients’ success; our approach is therefore client centric. Recognizing this balance of mutual achievement, our operations teams create the framework from which we can best respond to our client's needs. Our professional, experienced workforce connecting across Farsight departments as a unified team applies the tailored programmes for each client. Suppose that sounds like you, apply and join our team.

WE, AS FARSIGHT AFRICA GROUP.

Our mission is to promote Development and Prosperity through concise, consistent, innovative services and products. We strive to become the go-to advisory services company contributing to a better tomorrow for our clients and communities.

BE PART OF THE TEAM!

Farsight Africa is a diverse and dynamic organization, developing relationships through its reliability, innovation and accountability. We seek long-term partnerships with clients returning to us as they benefit from the tailored solutions of the Farsight Africa team.