About the role

[https://app.ashbyhq.com/api/images/user-content/1d985516-2a99-43c0-b591-957f5adaceb9/5ac97b31-49cd-4012-8bb0-5caf15e33c69/B25.png] WE ARE LOOKING FOR AN INTERNAL AUDIT SENIOR TO JOIN OUR LEGAL GROUP AS WE SCALE UP AND DRIVE DIGITAL AND FINANCIAL INCLUSION ACROSS OUR MARKETS. [https://app.ashbyhq.com/api/images/user-content/1d985516-2a99-43c0-b591-957f5adaceb9/2c6957b4-39d2-40b3-8eb6-7e380a0c2f9c/B13.png] JOB PURPOSE You will lead individual internal audit engagements end-to-end across M-KOPA's operating markets (Kenya, Uganda, Nigeria, Ghana, and South Africa), reporting to the Head of Internal Audit & Risk. This is an execution and delivery role: you own audits from planning through to reporting and follow-up, contribute directly to the annual audit plan, and present findings to management with the judgement and rigour expected of a seasoned, hands-on auditor. [https://app.ashbyhq.com/api/images/user-content/1d985516-2a99-43c0-b591-957f5adaceb9/5e9f3448-2fed-4b66-b1ee-9474279a7947/B13.png] KEY JOB FUNCTIONS Audit Execution - Lead assigned audits from start to finish — planning and scoping, fieldwork/testing, documentation, reporting, and follow-up — in line with IIA standards and internal methodology. - Independently manage engagement timelines, evidence quality, and working paper standards without close supervision. - Identify root causes (not just symptoms), assess risk impact accurately, and develop practical, actionable recommendations. - Apply data analytics and audit management tooling to strengthen coverage and efficiency across engagements. Reporting & Stakeholder Management - Present audit findings directly to process owners and management, defending conclusions and negotiating realistic, risk-appropriate remediation actions. - Prepare clear, well-evidenced audit reports for review by the Head of Internal Audit & Risk. - Build credible working relationships with process owners and country teams to enable efficient fieldwork and honest engagement. Audit Planning - Contribute to the development of the annual risk-based audit plan, including scoping proposed engagements and estimating resourcing. - Flag emerging risks identified during fieldwork for inclusion in future audit cycles or escalation to the Head of Internal Audit & Risk. Follow-Up & Continuous Improvement - Track closure of agreed management actions, escalating overdue or inadequately remediated items. - Support development of audit methodology, templates, and standards as the function matures. - Mentor and provide on-the-job guidance to junior audit team members where applicable. [https://app.ashbyhq.com/api/images/user-content/1d985516-2a99-43c0-b591-957f5adaceb9/dda40464-a974-4cd3-b258-54e4aa38e9af/M-KOPA%20Pic.jpg] ORGANISATION STRUCTURE Reports to Head of Internal Audit & Risk EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS Education - Degree in a business-related field, IT, Business Information Systems, or a related technical/business field from a recognised university. - Professional certification required: one of Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or ACCA (or equivalent, e.g. CPA). - Additional certifications (e.g. CISM) are an added advantage. Experience - Minimum of 7+ years' audit experience, including prior experience at a Big Four (or equivalent top-tier external audit) firm — this is a requirement of the role, not merely an advantage. - Demonstrated track record of leading audits independently from planning through to reporting and follow-up, ideally spanning both business process and technology-related audits. Skills - Strong technical audit execution skills — testing design, sampling, evidence evaluation, and root-cause analysis. - Confident, articulate communicator able to present and defend findings to management under scrutiny. - Sound working knowledge of risk management principles and control frameworks. - Str