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Internal Audit Senior at M-KOPA Solar
M-KOPA Solar
September 14, 2026
Full-time
On-site
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.
Key Responsibilities
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.
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.
Strong personal organisation — able to manage multiple concurrent engagements and deadlines with minimal supervision.
Ability to maintain the highest levels of integrity, confidentiality, and objectivity.
Comfortable operating across multiple markets and cultures, with willingness to travel.
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.
Key Responsibilities
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.
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.
Strong personal organisation — able to manage multiple concurrent engagements and deadlines with minimal supervision.
Ability to maintain the highest levels of integrity, confidentiality, and objectivity.
Comfortable operating across multiple markets and cultures, with willingness to travel.