Progressive Credit
Progressive Credit is seeking an Internal Auditor for a permanent role based in Kenya. This is a full-time accounting position focused on audit, compliance, and risk management within a financial institution. If you hold a CPA Part 2 and have 1–2 years of audit or compliance experience, this role may suit your background.
📋 Job Overview
- Category: Accounting Jobs
- Job Type: Full Time Jobs
- Location: Nairobi
- Company: Progressive Credit
- Application Deadline: Rolling basis
- Last Updated: April 27, 2026
Internal Auditor at Progressive Credit – Progressive Credit Kenya Job Details
About the Role
Progressive Credit is recruiting an Internal Auditor for a full-time position based in Kenya. This role sits at the heart of the organisation’s governance and risk management function, responsible for evaluating internal controls, assessing compliance, and safeguarding organisational assets through systematic auditing.
The Internal Auditor at Progressive Credit will work within the accounting and compliance framework of a financial institution, conducting regular audit activities and special investigations to ensure that all business units adhere to company policies and regulatory requirements. This is a key function for maintaining financial reporting integrity and risk management effectiveness across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor staff compliance with all company policies, processes, and procedures, and report on areas of non-adherence.
- Produce detailed internal audit reports that include practical, actionable recommendations for management.
- Assess organisational risks and evaluate the effectiveness of existing risk management controls and frameworks.
- Verify that the organisation meets all applicable legal and regulatory requirements in its operations and financial reporting.
- Review internal control systems across departments and propose improvements to strengthen financial and operational safeguards.
- Identify process gaps and inefficiencies during audit work, and escalate findings through appropriate channels.
- Conduct unscheduled audits and spot checks on high-risk operational units to detect irregularities and improper conduct.
- Support the promotion of organisational ethics, accountability, and continuous improvement through audit findings and recommendations.
- Perform ad-hoc investigations as directed by your supervisor to address specific compliance or fraud concerns.
Requirements & Qualifications
- CPA Part 2 qualification (mandatory).
- Bachelor of Commerce degree with specialisation in Finance or Accounting (preferred but not essential).
- A minimum of 1–2 years of direct experience in internal audit, risk management, or compliance roles, ideally within a financial institution.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Windows applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint for data analysis and report preparation.
- Strong report writing skills with the ability to communicate audit findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Familiarity with audit methodologies, internal control frameworks, and compliance standards relevant to the financial services sector.
What to Expect
- You will report to the audit or compliance leadership team and work independently on assigned audit assignments while collaborating with other departments.
- The role involves a mix of desk-based analysis, fieldwork across different business units, and report writing, requiring strong organisational and time management skills.
- As an Internal Auditor at Progressive Credit, you will interact regularly with senior management and operational teams to discuss findings and recommendations.
- This Internal Auditor at Progressive Credit position in Kenya is open to qualified candidates. Click Apply below to submit your application.
🎯 How to Apply
To apply for this job email your details to Careers@progressivecr.com
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
You must hold a CPA Part 2 qualification. A Bachelor of Commerce degree in Finance or Accounting is advantageous. Additionally, you need a minimum of 1–2 years of relevant experience in internal audit, risk management, or compliance work, preferably within a financial services organisation. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and strong report writing ability are essential for this accounting position in Kenya.
The Internal Auditor conducts systematic audits to ensure the organisation complies with its policies, legal requirements, and risk management standards. Key duties include evaluating internal controls, identifying process gaps, conducting spot checks on high-risk units, preparing audit reports with recommendations, and performing investigations as assigned. This role is critical to maintaining governance and accountability across the financial institution's operations.
Yes, this is a full-time accounting position with Progressive Credit based in Kenya, focused on audit and compliance. The role provides exposure to the organisation's risk management and control environment across multiple business units. With experience gained in this Internal Auditor position, you can progress into senior audit, compliance management, or internal control leadership roles within financial institutions.
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