- Job Type Full Time
- Qualification BA/BSc/HND
- Experience 6 years
- Location Kakamega
- Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
Senior Audit Assistant I – Grade VIII at Masinde Muliro University of Science & Technology (MMUST)
Senior Audit Assistant I – Grade VIII
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute risk-based internal audit plans, considering the University’s objectives, business processes and regulatory requirements;
- Conduct financial, operational and compliance audits to assess the effectiveness of internal controls and adherence to University policies and relevant regulations;
- Review and analyze financial statements, records, reports and operational data to identify potential an discrenancies issues or discrepancies;
- Evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of processes and recommend improvements to enhance operational efficiency and mitigate risks; v) Perform risk assessments to identify key areas of risk within the University;
- Test and evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls; dit nrocadutes findiuos and vii) Document audit procedures, findings and recommendations in clear and concise audit reports.
- Present audit findings and recommendations to Management and other stakeholders in a professional and objective manner;
- Collaborate with department heads and process owners to discuss audit findings, recommend
- improvements and track the implementation of corrective actions;
- Stay updated with changes in accounting regulations, industry trends and best practices in internal auditing;
- Provide advisory and consultative services to Management on risk management, internal controls and process improvements; and
- Any other duties as assigned from time to time.
Job Specifications
Minimum Requirements:-
- Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration and CPA Part I; OR
- Part III of the Certified Public Accountants (CPA) examinations or its recognized equivalent; OR
- Part II of the Certified Public Accountants (CPA) with six (6) years working experience, three (3) of which as Senior Audit Assistant Grade 7 or its equivalent.
- Be registered with relevant professional body and in good standing..
- Proficiency in relevant Computer Applications
Method of Application
Terms of Service
The appointment to the positions of Senior Procurement Officer, Senior Estates Officer, Medical Officer, Clinical Instructor and Technologist and other administrative positions shall be on Permanent & Pensionable upon satisfactory completion of six (6) months probation period and subject to satisfactory performance. The appointment to the position of University Librarian shall be on a Five (5) year contract term
Applications should be accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae and certified copies of relevant academic and professional certificates, National Identity Card or Passport, testimonials, e-mail addresses and telephone contacts and any other relevant supporting documents.
Only successful candidates shall be required to submit valid clearances from the following bodies;
- Kenya Revenue Authority 2 Hicher Fdu Higher Education Loans Board
- Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission
- Directorate of Criminal Investigation (Certificate of Good Conduct)
- Registered Credit Reference Bureau
They should also provide names, telephone numbers and contact addresses of three (3) referees. Applicants should request their referees to submit their confidential reports to the undersigned to be received on or before 24th November, 2025.
One (1) copy of the application should beI sent via registered mail or courier marked with the reference number on the envelope to the under-signed. A Soft copy in PDF running format should be sent to recruitmentnovember2025@mmust.ac.ke. Applications should be addressed to the undersigned to be received on or before 17th November, 2025 by 5:00 p.m.
Applicants with foreign earned qualifications should have their certificates certified by the
Commission for University Education (CUE).
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
Deputy Vice Chancellor (Administration & Finance)
Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology
P.O. Box 190-50100
KAKAMEGA
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