The Internal Audit Service performs independent oversight of the financial and operational activities of the university's structural units and evaluates the effectiveness of the internal control and risk management system
About the position
To conduct internal audits of all University activities in order to ensure legality, accuracy, and efficiency in the use of resources.
Responsibilities
Conducting internal audits of all structural units of the University.
Reviewing primary documentation and verifying compliance of operations with the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan and internal regulations.
Identifying violations, deficiencies, and risks; preparing audit reports and acts with recommendations for remediation.
Monitoring compliance with recommendations based on the results of previous audits.
Liaising with external auditors, tax authorities, and regulatory bodies.
Preparing audit reports for University management.
Requirements
Higher education in Accounting and Audit, Finance, or Economics. Minimum 2 years of professional experience in audit or financial control.
Key competencies
Knowledge of the regulatory and legal framework of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the areas of accounting, taxation, and public financial control.
Practical skills in conducting audits, analyzing documentation, and identifying violations.
Analytical thinking, objectivity, and professional integrity.
Proficiency in Kazakh and Russian languages.
Selection process
Stage 1 — Interview with the department head and the HR Department.
Stage 2 — Upon a positive outcome — interview with members of the Board of Directors.
