EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

ZAFFICO PLC is a listed and publicly traded company whose mission is to establish and manage industrial exotic forest plantations and agroforestry products to meet demand and maximize return on investment.

In pursuance of its mission and strategic goals, the Corporation is now inviting applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates for the under-listed position:

1.0 MANAGER – INTERNAL AUDIT

Reporting To: Director – Internal Audit and Risk

1.1 JOB PURPOSE

The Manager – Internal Audit coordinates the company’s Internal Audit function, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency. Deputises the Director – Internal Audit and Risk

1.2 MAIN DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES OF THE JOB HOLDER

• Develop audit plans and strategies aligned with organisational goals and risk appetites, including identifying high-risk areas and prioritizing audit activities;
• Plan and execute audits to evaluate internal controls and governance processes, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements;
• Lead and supervise audit teams, assigning tasks, monitoring progress, and providing guidance to ensure audit objectives are met;
• Provide advisory services to business, financial, operational, and compliance stakeholders, recommending solutions to improve systems, controls, and processes;
• Reporting audit findings and recommendations to Senior Management and the Audit and Risk Management Committee of the Board, ensuring clarity and actionable insights;
• Monitor implementations of audit findings and recommendations, and follow up on corrective actions to mitigate risks;
• To provide assurance on the Internal Controls over financial reporting (ICOFR);
• Train and develop staff, fostering professional growth and ensuring adherence to auditing standards and best practices;
• Stay current with regulatory changes and industry trends to adapt audit approaches and maintain compliance;
• To provide assurance on the Internal Controls over financial reporting (ICOFR);
• Undertake additional duties as assigned by management to support organizational objectives;
• Prepares Internal Audit quarterly reports for submission to the Audit and Risk Management Committee;
• Liaise with external auditors concerning their reliance on internal audit work;
• Perform any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the superior from time to time.

2.0 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Full Grade 12 Certificate with Credit or above mandatory in Mathematics and English, and any other four subjects
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy, Full CAZ/ ACCA/ CIMA or any other related field
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Internal Audit with at least 3 years in a similar role
• CIA Certification is an added advantage
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills
• Experience with Audit Management Software
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
• Must be a member of the Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants and the Institute of Internal Auditors (Zambia Chapter) and in good standing with the institutions
• Deep understanding of auditing standards, regulatory requirements, financial reporting, and operational processes.

• Develop audit plans and strategies aligned with organisational goals and risk appetites, including identifying high-risk areas and prioritizing audit activities;
• Plan and execute audits to evaluate internal controls and governance processes, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements;
• Lead and supervise audit teams, assigning tasks, monitoring progress, and providing guidance to ensure audit objectives are met;
• Provide advisory services to business, financial, operational, and compliance stakeholders, recommending solutions to improve systems, controls, and processes;
• Reporting audit findings and recommendations to Senior Management and the Audit and Risk Management Committee of the Board, ensuring clarity and actionable insights;
• Monitor implementations of audit findings and recommendations, and follow up on corrective actions to mitigate risks;
• To provide assurance on the Internal Controls over financial reporting (ICOFR);
• Train and develop staff, fostering professional growth and ensuring adherence to auditing standards and best practices;
• Stay current with regulatory changes and industry trends to adapt audit approaches and maintain compliance;
• To provide assurance on the Internal Controls over financial reporting (ICOFR);
• Undertake additional duties as assigned by management to support organizational objectives;
• Prepares Internal Audit quarterly reports for submission to the Audit and Risk Management Committee;
• Liaise with external auditors concerning their reliance on internal audit work;
• Perform any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the superior from time to time.

• Excellent report writing and presentation skills
• Experience with Audit Management Software
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
• Deep understanding of auditing standards, regulatory requirements, financial reporting, and operational processes.

• Full Grade 12 Certificate with Credit or above mandatory in Mathematics and English, and any other four subjects
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy, Full CAZ/ ACCA/ CIMA or any other related field
• CIA Certification is an added advantage
• Must be a member of the Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants and the Institute of Internal Auditors (Zambia Chapter) and in good standing with the institutions