Senior Internal Auditor Job in Kenya - Sopa Lodges

Purpose of the Role:

Performing all phases of an array of risk-based internal audits & related tasks, the SIA will evaluate risks, analyse opportunities, recommend improvements, promote ethics, ensure accuracy of records and financial statements, investigate fraud, detect wasteful spending, raise red flags, recommend better controls, assure on asset safeguard(s) in place and monitor compliance with policy, procedure and regulation.

Qualifications:

  • Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) certification or at least CIA Part 2 with Part 3 ongoing (essential).
  • Bachelor’s degree in business, finance or accounting from an accredited college or university (essential).

  • Other relevant internal audit related certifications (advantageous):
  • Certification in Control Self-Assessment (CCSA),
  • Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA),
  • Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE),
  • Certification in Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

Experience:

  • Minimum 3 – 5 years proven audit work experience, preferably in a prominent professional audit firm and/ or reputed hospitality establishment.
  • Experience in Gemini for Google Suite (Workspace), Data Science & Business Analytics applications will be advantageous.

Desired Skills:

  • Ability to uphold Professional Code of Ethics; Integrity, Objectivity, Confidentiality, & Competency.
  • Manage multiple assignments concurrently, prioritise effectively, maintain resilience under pressure.
  • Ability to work independently with minimum supervision;consistently uphold high ethical standards.
  • Ability to think critically, remain biased & professionally sceptical; demonstrate sound judgement.
  • Problem solving skills with consistent commitment to rising excellence and continual improvement.
  • Proficiency in accounting principles, audit standards, tax laws, risk evaluation & control assessment.
  • Superior understanding of IT systems, Automation, A.I., B.I., and internal control self assessment.
  • Ability to analyse, data mine & interpret key trends, patterns & insights from information received.
  • Proficiency in data analytic audit techniques, Vlookups, filters, data mining formulas & audit tools.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with team members across multiple business units and departments.
  • Ability to understand & assess department processes; to document complete & accurate work flows.
  • Ability to identify solutions & recommendations that effectively address internal control risk profiles.
  • Possess excellent research skills to timely source requisite information in support of audit findings.
  • Proficient communication skills, both written and verbal, with consistent quality, attention to detail.
  • Ability to compile & present comprehensive & well articulated, impactful value add audit reports.
  • Ability to persuasively communicate insights & recommendations to the auditee & process owners.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications by email, to careers@elewana.com by 12th June 2026.