Principal Auditor

Principal Auditor

The Auditor General's Department invites applications from suitably qualified professionals for the position of Principal Auditor within the Assurance Audit Division. This division is responsible for Compliance Audits, Financial Statement Audits, Appropriation Accounts Audits, and Pension Audits.

The successful candidate will lead audit operations across assigned Ministries, Departments, Agencies, Municipal Corporations, and Public Bodies, ensuring financial integrity, accountability, and compliance with applicable auditing and accounting standards.

Key Responsibilities

Technical & Audit

• Direct assurance audits of Financial Statements and Appropriation Accounts in keeping with International Standards of Supreme Audit Institutions (ISSAIs).
• Lead the design and review of risk-based audit plans prepared by direct reports.
• Review working papers and finalize draft audit reports in accordance with established audit standards.
• Monitor the execution of fieldwork and provide technical oversight and guidance to audit teams.
• Keep abreast of developments in international accounting and auditing standards, including IFRS, IPSAS, ISA, and ISSAI.
• Provide technical support to the Non-Assurance Audit Unit and the Public Accounts Committee.

Leadership & Management

• Lead and manage Directors of Audit, Senior Auditors, Auditors, and Assistant Auditors.
• Develop and execute unit work plans and approve work plans prepared by direct reports.
• Manage staff performance through coaching, mentoring, training, and performance evaluations.
• Participate in strategic and operational planning activities.
• Represent the Auditor General at conferences, meetings, and other official engagements as required.
• Design and facilitate staff training sessions and identify organizational training needs.

Qualifications & Experience

• Seven (7) years of progressively responsible relevant experience, including at least three (3) years at the supervisory or management level.
• Professional Accounting Designation/Certification such as CPA, ACCA, or CA; OR
• A postgraduate degree in Accounting or a related field.
• Comprehensive knowledge of international accounting and auditing standards, including IFRS, IPSAS, ISA, and ISSAI.
• Experience using electronic working paper systems would be an asset.
• Equivalent combinations of qualifications and experience will be considered.

Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will possess:

• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Sound professional judgment and decision-making skills.
• Strong report-writing and communication skills.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining high-quality standards.
• A commitment to integrity, accountability, and public sector excellence.

Interested applicants are invited to submit their application for consideration.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.