With over 100 years of rich history and a strong position as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future, and shape our destiny as a proudly African group. My Career Development Portal: Wherever you are in your career, we are here for you. Design your future. Discover leading-edge guidance, tools, and support to unlock your potential. You are Absa. You are possibility. Job Summary The core responsibility of an auditor within Absa is to execute audit assignments in accordance with the Audit Plan and relevant policies, procedures, and quality standards. Job Description Key accountabilities/Deliverables/Outcomes Accountability: Audit Delivery and Issue Assurance Develop in-depth knowledge of the Audit Methodology through training and practical application during audits. Deliver responsibilities according to the standards set by the Senior Audit Manager / Head of Audit, ensuring high quality and compliance with the Quality Assurance scorecard. Plan and execute tests on Design Effectiveness and Operating Effectiveness, focusing on key risks with minimal supervision. Build and maintain relationships with key audit contacts and engage with stakeholders regularly to discuss risks and controls. Collaborate proactively with internal audit colleagues and seek technical assistance when necessary. Share best practices and guide less experienced auditors to ensure quality standards are met or exceeded. Support risk identification during planning sessions based on business knowledge. Assess risks and controls within business areas, documenting findings thoroughly. Evaluate control design and effectiveness, ensuring all work papers are properly documented in Audit Bond. Agree on audit observations and actions with management promptly, providing recommendations for control improvements. Maintain accurate and reflective working papers supporting audit conclusions. Exercise professional skepticism, discussing contentious issues with management and documenting evidence. Discuss and confirm the accuracy of audit observations with senior management throughout the process. Provide regular updates and feedback to the audit team, fostering good working relationships. Participate actively in audits, assisting team members and sharing knowledge. Stay updated on risk issues and changes within business units through interactions with management. Assist in onboarding new team members and mentoring less experienced staff. Take on additional tasks as directed by the Head of Audit, including Issue Assurance and reporting. Perform Issue validation testing and document findings accordingly. Support data analytics initiatives and possess experience in data analysis. Accountability: Knowledge Management Enhance technical knowledge through continuous learning and training. Share knowledge with colleagues and peers. Seek coaching, training, and feedback for continuous improvement. Mentor new joiners and lead knowledge-sharing sessions. Develop understanding of business and regulatory environment, including FIC, KYC, AML, and Sanctions. Accountability: Reporting Prepare concise, accurate, and insightful audit reports addressing root causes and mitigation actions. Assist in drafting audit reports in line with methodology and scorecard requirements. Provide updates on control environment to senior management for governance purposes. Proficiently produce governance reports. Accountability: Relationship Management Maintain effective relationships with management during audits. Present findings and methodology updates at stakeholder meetings and forums. Role/Person Specification Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Business, Informatics, Statistics, or related fields. CIA (Levels 1, 2, or 3) and/or CPA, ACCA, CISA certifications. Experience At least 5 years in internal/external audit or similar roles in a major financial institution. 6 years in risk-based auditing or control activities. Knowledge of financial services, especially high-risk areas like Credit Risk, Corporate & Investment Banking, Cyber Security, IT, Risk, Finance, Treasury, Wealth Management. Knowledge and Skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Experience with data analytics tools and techniques. Strong understanding of audit principles and internal controls. High attention to detail and ability to work independently and collaboratively. ***Application Deadline – 12th August 2025*** Absa Bank Kenya is an equal opportunity employer. Preference is given to candidates from designated groups to promote workforce diversity. We DO NOT support recruitment agents demanding payment or favors. Report any such activity to us via our Facebook page Pata Kazi. #J-18808-Ljbffr