Job Description
KPMG East Africa is seeking an experienced Tech-Enabled Internal Audit Advisor to strengthen its Enterprise Risk Services practice based in Nairobi, Kenya. This opportunity is ideal for an accomplished audit professional who combines strong business insight with modern technology capabilities to deliver value-driven assurance solutions. The successful candidate will work alongside multidisciplinary teams serving organizations across Kenya and the wider East African region, supporting clients operating in financial services, manufacturing, development organizations, telecommunications, energy, public institutions, and other key industries.
The position focuses on transforming traditional internal audit into a technology-powered strategic function. Rather than simply evaluating historical controls, the successful candidate will help organizations identify emerging risks, strengthen governance frameworks, improve operational resilience, and enhance business performance through data-driven decision making. You will contribute to complex assignments involving enterprise risk management, digital assurance, internal controls, business process reviews, technology governance, regulatory compliance, and continuous auditing initiatives.
Working within a collaborative professional environment, you will engage directly with senior client stakeholders, project teams, and leadership to design practical solutions that address evolving business challenges. You will utilize advanced audit methodologies, digital analytics tools, visualization platforms, automation techniques, and technology-enabled testing approaches to improve audit quality and efficiency. Every engagement offers opportunities to solve unique business problems while supporting organizations in strengthening transparency, accountability, and long-term sustainability.
The role requires exceptional analytical thinking, professional judgment, project management capability, and the confidence to communicate recommendations clearly to executives and governance committees. You will coordinate multiple assignments simultaneously while maintaining high standards of quality, regulatory compliance, and client satisfaction. Beyond project delivery, you will participate in mentoring junior professionals, contributing to knowledge sharing initiatives, supporting proposal development, strengthening client relationships, and identifying opportunities for additional advisory services.
As part of one of the world's leading professional services organizations, you will gain exposure to innovative audit technologies, regional engagements, diverse industries, and internationally recognized professional standards. Continuous learning, technical development, and leadership growth are central to this position, providing an outstanding platform for professionals seeking to expand their expertise in technology-enabled assurance.
KPMG offers an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, integrity, and professional excellence. Employees are empowered to challenge conventional thinking, embrace emerging technologies, and deliver meaningful impact for clients throughout East Africa. If you are passionate about combining internal audit expertise with digital transformation and wish to build your career within a globally respected professional services firm, this opportunity provides the ideal platform to make a lasting contribution while advancing your own professional ambitions.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead technology-enabled internal audit assignments from planning through final reporting while maintaining exceptional quality standards.
- Develop comprehensive risk-based audit plans aligned with client objectives and industry best practices.
- Perform enterprise-wide risk assessments covering operational, financial, regulatory, strategic, and technology risks.
- Evaluate governance structures, internal control environments, and risk management frameworks.
- Conduct detailed reviews of business processes to identify improvement opportunities and operational efficiencies.
- Apply advanced data analytics techniques to improve audit coverage and enhance assurance outcomes.
- Utilize digital audit platforms, visualization software, and analytical tools to support evidence-based conclusions.
- Review IT governance, information security controls, and technology risk management practices.
- Assess IT general controls, user access management, change management, backup procedures, and system security.
- Examine third-party risk management processes and vendor oversight controls.
- Review business continuity arrangements and disaster recovery capabilities.
- Support organizations in strengthening enterprise risk management frameworks.
- Recommend practical control improvements that reduce business risk while supporting operational objectives.
- Prepare clear, professional, and actionable audit reports for executive management.
- Present audit findings confidently to client leadership and governance committees.
- Monitor implementation of agreed management actions and follow-up recommendations.
- Coordinate multiple client engagements while meeting agreed timelines and budgets.
- Maintain effective communication with engagement managers, directors, partners, and client representatives.
- Supervise junior team members by providing technical guidance and constructive feedback.
- Coach associates to strengthen audit methodology, technical capability, and professional confidence.
- Participate in internal technical training and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
- Contribute to proposal preparation and business development opportunities.
- Build trusted client relationships through responsive and professional service delivery.
- Identify opportunities to introduce innovative digital assurance solutions.
- Stay informed about regulatory developments, emerging technologies, cybersecurity trends, and evolving governance practices.
- Ensure complete compliance with professional standards, firm policies, and quality management requirements.
- Maintain accurate engagement documentation and audit evidence.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives within the Enterprise Risk Services practice.
- Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, confidentiality, and ethical decision-making throughout every engagement.
- Represent KPMG positively during client interactions, industry events, and professional engagements across East Africa whenever required.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or another relevant discipline.
- Professional certification such as CPA, CIA, ACCA, CISA, or an equivalent internationally recognized qualification.
- Additional certifications in Enterprise Risk Management, Cybersecurity, ESG, Information Security, or Data Analytics are advantageous.
- Strong understanding of internal audit principles and governance frameworks.
- Knowledge of enterprise risk management methodologies.
- Experience evaluating technology risks and internal controls.
- Familiarity with IT General Controls (ITGC).
- Understanding of information security and cybersecurity fundamentals.
- Experience using audit analytics and visualization tools.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Excellent report writing and business communication abilities.
- High level of professional integrity and ethical conduct.
- Effective stakeholder engagement and relationship management.
- Excellent planning, organization, and project coordination skills.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously.
- Leadership potential with mentoring capability.
- Commercial awareness and client
- focused mindset.
- Strong presentation and facilitation skills.
- Adaptability in dynamic consulting environments.
- Willingness to travel across Kenya and other East African countries when required.
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements are invited to submit a comprehensive application including an updated CV and a cover letter highlighting relevant qualifications, professional certifications, and experience in internal audit, enterprise risk, and technology advisory. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for the next stage of the recruitment process. Applications should be submitted before the stated closing date through KPMG East Africa's official recruitment process. We wish all applicants success and thank every candidate for their interest in joining our professional team.