Audit Teammate
Justin Mokaya
Internal Auditor
Nakuru
Summary
Dynamic internal auditor with a proven track record at Kingdom Bank, enhancing internal controls and driving risk-based auditing initiatives. Skilled in data analytics and problem-solving, I effectively collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver actionable insights, ensuring compliance and informed decision-making. Committed to fostering strong relationships and achieving organizational objectives.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Group Internal Auditor
Kingdom Bank on Secondment From Cooperative Bank
03.2021 - Current
- Documented recommendations to improve internal controls.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and execute comprehensive audit plans, ensuring alignment with company objectives.
- Identified and reported audit issues.
- Performed internal audits of financial and departmental operations, developing risk assessments and conducting process walkthrough for compliance with documented processes.
- Supported management in developing action plans to address identified issues, promoting timely resolution of audit findings.
- Reviewed and identified risks, analyzed controls and tested compliance.
- Enhanced internal control systems by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing effective audit recommendations.
- Participated in special projects as requested by senior leadership, providing subject matter expertise on internal controls and risk management practices.
- Investigated discrepancies discovered during auditing process.
- Provided valuable insights to management by presenting clear and concise audit findings, contributing to informed decision-making processes.
Retail Banker
Cooperative Bank
01.2020 - 02.2021
- Reached out, generated appointments and built new relationships to grow business.
- Identified, marketed and recommended bank products and services to achieve individual sales.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve branch sales targets and enhance overall productivity.
- Strengthened client portfolio by identifying needs and recommending suitable financial products or services.
- Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions.
Research Assistant
Kenya Institute of Public Policy Research and Analysis
06.2019 - 09.2019
- Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
- Monitored project timelines, ensuring timely completion of tasks while maintaining high-quality output.
- Synthesized complex information into clear summaries to make findings accessible to diverse audiences.
- Utilized statistical software for data analysis, generating accurate insights into complex datasets.
Education
Bachelor of Economics And Statistics - Economics
Kenyatta University
Nairobi 04.2001 -
CPA(k)
KASNEB
Nairobi12-2020
Certified Monitoring And Evaluation Professional - Project Evaluation
Kenya Institute of Management
Nairobi 04.2001 -
Advanced Ms Excel - Data Analytics
Kingdom Bank
Nairobi 04.2001 -
Skills
Internal controls
Data analytics
Risk-based auditing
Regulatory auditing
Fraud investigations
Teamwork
Problem-solving aptitude
Software
Advanced Excel
SQL
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 3 staff members.
- Participated in at least 16 assignments per annum for the last 5 years.
- Participated in production of 5 Board Audit Committee quarterly reports.
Timeline
Group Internal Auditor
Kingdom Bank on Secondment From Cooperative Bank
03.2021 - Current
Retail Banker
Cooperative Bank
01.2020 - 02.2021
Research Assistant
Kenya Institute of Public Policy Research and Analysis
06.2019 - 09.2019
Bachelor of Economics And Statistics - Economics
Kenyatta University
04.2001 -
Certified Monitoring And Evaluation Professional - Project Evaluation
Kenya Institute of Management
04.2001 -
Advanced Ms Excel - Data Analytics
Kingdom Bank
04.2001 -
CPA(k)
KASNEB