Principal Auditor

Overview

An opportunity is available, on behalf of the Auditor General's Department, for a qualified Principal Auditor to join the Assurance Audit Division. The role spans compliance work, financial statements, appropriation accounts, and pensions audits. The selected professional will oversee audit activity for assigned Ministries, Departments, Agencies, Municipal Corporations, and Public Bodies, with a strong focus on safeguarding financial accuracy and adherence to relevant standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out assurance audits of financial statements and appropriation accounts in line with ISSAIs.
• Guide the development and review of risk-based audit plans prepared by team members.
• Examine working papers and complete draft reports so they meet audit quality standards.
• Track the progress of fieldwork and give technical direction to audit teams.
• Stay current with international accounting and auditing frameworks such as IFRS, IPSAS, and ISA/ISSAI.
• Offer technical assistance to the Non-Assurance Audit Unit and the Public Accounts Committee.

Leadership and Management Duties

• Supervise and provide leadership to Directors of Audit, Senior Auditors, Auditors, and Assistant Auditors.
• Prepare unit work plans and approve the plans developed by direct reports.
• Support team performance through coaching, mentoring, training, and formal evaluations.
• Contribute to strategic and operational planning activities.
• Represent the Auditor General at meetings and conferences when needed.
• Plan and deliver training for staff while also identifying learning needs.

Qualifications and Experience

• At least seven years of progressively responsible and relevant work experience, including a minimum of three years in a supervisory or management capacity.
• A professional accounting qualification such as CPA, ACCA, or CA, or a postgraduate degree in Accounting or a related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, IPSAS, and ISA/ISSAI.
• Prior use of electronic working papers will be considered an advantage.
• Comparable mixes of education and experience may also be taken into account.