Internal Audit Officer

Role Summary

• The Internal Audit Officer carries out risk-based audits across clinical, financial, and operational areas of the hospital. The role provides independent assurance that controls, governance, and compliance processes are effective and supports management in strengthening them.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute the approved annual audit plan, including planning, fieldwork, testing, and documentation
• Audit revenue cycle and billing, procurement, inventory, pharmacy stock, payroll, and cash handling
• Review compliance with hospital policies, regulatory requirements, and accreditation standards
• Assess risks in clinical support areas such as medical records, patient billing, and medical supplies
• Identify control gaps, fraud risks, and process inefficiencies, and recommend practical fixes
• Prepare clear audit reports and working papers for review by the Head of Internal Audit
• Track management action plans and follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations
• Support special reviews and fraud investigations as assigned
• Use data analytics to test full populations where possible
• Maintain confidentiality and independence at all times

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• Professional qualification ACCA, ICAN, CIA, or equivalent completed or in progress
• 2-4 years of internal or external audit experience; healthcare experience is an advantage
• Knowledge of risk management, internal control frameworks, and IIA Standards

Method of Application

Interested and qualified? Go to Cedarcrest Hospitals on docs.google.com to apply