Internal Audit Senior

M-KOPA is seeking an Internal Audit Senior to join its CorporateLARC function and support the company as it scales digital and financial inclusion across Kenya, Ghana, Nigeria and Uganda. The role is hybrid and involves independently leading internal audit engagements across multiple markets, reporting to the Head of Internal Audit & Risk.

Key Job Information

• Employer: M-KOPA
• Job Title: Internal Audit Senior
• Department: CorporateLARC
• Employment Type: Full time
• Location Type: Hybrid
• Locations: Kenya, Ghana, Nigeria and Uganda
• Reports To: Head of Internal Audit & Risk

About the Role

The Internal Audit Senior will lead audit engagements from planning through fieldwork, reporting and follow-up in accordance with Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) standards. The position requires independent operation across markets and cultures, including travel, evidence assessment, root-cause analysis, risk evaluation and direct presentation of audit findings to process owners and management.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead internal audit engagements from planning and fieldwork through reporting and follow-up.
• Conduct audits in accordance with IIA standards and maintain appropriate evidence quality.
• Manage audit engagement timelines independently across the company’s markets.
• Investigate issues beyond symptoms to identify underlying root causes.
• Assess and size risks accurately based on audit findings and available evidence.
• Develop practical recommendations that process owners and management can implement.
• Present audit findings directly to process owners and management and defend audit conclusions when required.
• Contribute to the development of the annual risk-based internal audit plan.
• Mentor junior auditors as the Internal Audit function continues to develop.
• Conduct audit activities across different markets and cultures, including required travel.

Academic and Professional Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Information Technology, Business Information Systems or a related field.
• Professional certification in CIA, CISA, ACCA or CPA.
• Extensive progressive experience in internal audit or related audit work.
• Previous experience with a Big Four or equivalent top-tier firm is a hard requirement.
• Demonstrated experience independently leading audit engagements.
• Experience covering both business process and technology audits is ideally suited to the role.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Internal audit planning and engagement management.
• Risk-based auditing and risk assessment.
• Root-cause analysis and problem solving.
• Audit evidence evaluation and documentation.
• Report writing and development of actionable recommendations.
• Presentation and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to operate independently across different markets and cultures.
• Ability to challenge findings and defend professional conclusions.
• Mentoring and development of junior audit professionals.

Why Join M-KOPA?

M-KOPA supports employee career development through development programmes, coaching partnerships and on-the-job training. The company also provides family-friendly policies, prioritizes employee well-being and embraces flexibility.

M-KOPA states that it has served more than 10 million customers and unlocked $2 billion in cumulative credit across Africa, alongside financing more than 10,000 e-bikes in Kenya. The company also states that it has received recognition from the Financial Times, CNBC and TIME100.

Important Application Information

• M-KOPA is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
• Women, minorities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
• M-KOPA prohibits forced and child labour and states that employees must be of legal working age in accordance with applicable local laws.
• M-KOPA does not charge recruitment, processing, interview or other fees at any stage of the hiring process.
• Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and shortlisting and interviews may take place at any stage of the recruitment process.
• M-KOPA reserves the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is selected before the advertised closing date.
• Successful applicants will undergo pre-employment background checks, including criminal records, identification verification, academic qualifications, employment dates and employer references.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their application through the official M-KOPA recruitment application for the Internal Audit Senior position. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so candidates may be shortlisted and interviewed before any advertised closing date.