Internal Audit Manager

📍 Location: Tanzania
📍 Grade: Manager
📍 Department: Internal Audit
📍 Reports To: Chief Executive Officer (Administratively) / Board Audit and Risk Committee (Functionally)

Company Overview

First Housing Finance (Tanzania) Ltd is Tanzania’s leading housing finance institution, dedicated to providing long-term mortgage solutions to empower individuals and families in achieving homeownership. As a pioneer in the mortgage industry, the company offers a variety of financing options, including purchase, improvement, extension, completion, and refinancing of homes.

Role Overview

The Internal Audit Manager will be responsible for evaluating and ensuring the effectiveness of internal controls, compliance, financial audits, and operational efficiency. The role involves providing independent assurance to the Board Audit and Risk Committee (BARC) and supporting regulatory engagements with financial authorities such as the Bank of Tanzania and the Tanzania Revenue Authority.

Key Responsibilities

✅ Plan and conduct company-wide internal audits, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations.
✅ Develop and implement effective audit procedures and strategies.
✅ Assess risk management frameworks, recommending necessary control improvements.
✅ Work closely with regulators and report findings to the Board Audit and Risk Committee.
✅ Ensure financial transactions comply with accounting and legal standards.
✅ Prepare monthly and quarterly reports for management, BARC, and regulators.
✅ Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and identify gaps for improvement.
✅ Provide compliance guidance to employees and assist in financial statement reviews.
✅ Present audit plans and findings to senior management and the Board.
✅ Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications & Skills

✔ Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
✔ Professional Certification in Internal Audit (CIA, CPA, or equivalent).
✔ Must be registered as CPA PP, ACP, or equivalent.
✔ Strong background in audit, risk management, and compliance.
✔ Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
✔ Ability to manage regulatory audits and compliance procedures effectively.

Why Join First Housing Finance (Tanzania) Ltd?

🏡 Industry Leader – Be part of Tanzania’s pioneering housing finance institution.
📈 Career Growth – Work in a dynamic and evolving financial sector.
🔍 Impactful Role – Directly influence internal controls and strategic decision-making.
🌍 Equal Opportunity Employer – We value diversity and gender balance.

📩 How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their CV and cover letter detailing their qualifications and experience to info@firsthousing.co.tz by Friday, 7th March 2025.

🔹 First Housing Finance (Tanzania) Limited is an equal opportunity employer.