Manager Internal Audit

POSITION: Manager Internal Audit

REPORTING TO: Head Internal Audit

Job Purpose Statement

This is a middle management position whose holder is responsible to conduct audit assignments, with a view to assess adequacy of the internal control systems, regulatory requirements; and highlight any exceptions or violations. This shall involve;

1. In conjunction with the Head of Internal Audit, formulate and implement the internal audit strategy including automated scripts to enable analysis of all transactions in the risk areas identified.
2. Develop and maintain queries to facilitate the department’s program of auditing and monitoring.
3. Develop queries for other departments, as required to advance the concept of continuous monitoring throughout the bank.
4. Maintain proficiency with the latest techniques and trends in the arena of internal auditing/monitoring.
5. Oversee and provide quality audit reports within the bank and ensure goals are met and professional standards maintained.
6. Undertake consulting activities in accordance with professional standards and provide sound advice on policies, procedures, controls; risks; etc.
7. Develop audit tests and evaluation programs, execute the audit assignments, ensuring quality and report on the audit results under the direction of the Head of Audit.
8. Lead audits of specific target areas identified from the overall risk assessment in consultation with the Head of Audit to ensure quality audit approach, achievement of set audit objectives and completion within agreed schedule.
9. Guide/undertake consulting activities, as may be requested, in accordance with professional standards and provide sound advice on policies, procedures, risks and controls.
10. Provide advice and effective challenge to internal stakeholders regarding the implications on the control environment on business strategy and operating environment.
11. Undertake to assist in investigation of cases of internal and external fraud, as requested.
12. Strong collaboration with other lines of defense to provide integrated assurance.
13. Review procedures, processes and records to ensure they are in line with the Bank objectives and appraise policies and plans of activities, departments and functions under audit review.
14. Manage and align assignment resources, efforts and goals; identify and remove barriers in order to achieve optimal results.
15. Oversight over audit assignments and plans, schedule and review of work-papers.
16. Liaise with external auditors and other regulatory monitoring agencies and implement recommendations to improve controls, promote growth and ensure compliance with the law, financial legislation and regulatory framework.
17. Strong relationships and communications with Senior management to ensure concerns are addressed and expectations met.
18. Liaise with departmental heads to ensure audit findings and recommendations are fully accepted and implemented.
19. Provide ongoing coaching and feedback to direct reports.

Job Dimensions

All interested candidates should send their application including cover letter, CV and academic documents to the Head of Human Resources, Guaranty Trust Bank Uganda via email to jobsug@gtbank.com by 10th November 2025.