Internal Audit
Location:
Lusaka, Zambia
About Jabu
We’re shaking up Africa’s financial landscape by digitizing cash transactions with smart devices. Backed by Y Combinator and world-class investors, Jabu is scaling fast, building real impact across the continent.
Key Responsibilities
Reconciliation & Financial Integrity
- Perform daily, weekly, and monthly reconciliations of all financial transactions, including payments, accounts, and partner data (e.g., NFS, banks, mobile money platforms).
- Quickly identify and resolve discrepancies, ensuring accurate record-keeping and reporting.
- Develop and implement standardized reconciliation procedures and best practices to support the company’s scalability.
Audit Planning & Execution
- Participate in creating the annual audit plan, including scoping, risk assessment, resource planning, and audit methodologies.
- Conduct regular audits of financial processes, operational workflows, and data integrity, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
- Document audit findings, prepare concise reports, and present recommendations to relevant stakeholders.
Risk Management & Control
- Evaluate key risk areas within the company’s operations, including transaction flows, system integrations, and data management.
- Recommend and help implement controls to address identified risks, monitor remediation, and follow up on outstanding action items.
- Collaborate with Finance, Operations, IT, and Compliance teams to embed risk management practices into everyday activities.
Regulatory Compliance & Reporting
- Keep abreast of relevant accounting standards, fintech regulations, and audit best practices in African markets.
- Support the organization in complying with statutory requirements by performing audits aligned with local regulatory guidelines.
- Assist with external audits and regulatory inspections, coordinating documentation and deadlines to ensure seamless reviews.
Data Analysis & Continuous Improvement
- Use data analytics tools to uncover trends, anomalies, and opportunities for optimizing processes.
- Recommend enhancements to existing workflows, systems, and controls based on audit findings and industry best practices.
- Train and mentor team members on advanced reconciliation techniques and audit methodologies.
Collaboration & Communication
- Work closely with Finance, Operations, and Product teams to ensure seamless alignment of financial and operational controls.
- Communicate audit findings and insights clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Promote a culture of professionalism, integrity, and continuous improvement across the organization.
