Blantyre
posted. 1d ago
Employment type: Full-time
closing date: June 16, 2026
Vacancy at General Alliance Insurance Limited
Position: Assistant Internal Auditor
Location: Blantyre
Reporting To: Internal Auditor
About General Alliance Insurance Limited
General Alliance Insurance Limited is a leading insurance provider offering a dynamic and supportive work environment with opportunities for growth and professional development across diverse client services.
The Role
The Assistant Internal Auditor will provide independent assurance on governance, risk management, and internal control systems across the organisation. The role focuses on risk-based audits covering finance, insurance operations, compliance, fraud risk management, and operational efficiency to strengthen accountability and safeguard organisational assets.
Key Responsibilities
- Participate in the development and execution of the risk-based annual audit plan
- Plan and execute audit assignments with minimal supervision
- Conduct audits across finance, accounting, insurance operations, branches, ICT systems, procurement, HR, and related areas
- Assess adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls and risk management systems
- Verify accuracy, completeness, and authenticity of financial and operational records
- Perform analytical reviews to identify irregularities, inefficiencies, and fraud risks
- Conduct fraud investigations and special audit reviews
- Assess compliance with internal policies, procedures, laws, and regulations
- Prepare audit plans, working papers, findings, and reports in line with auditing standards
- Conduct exit meetings and follow up on implementation of audit recommendations
- Provide recommendations to strengthen controls and improve operational efficiency
- Use data analytics and system-generated reports to enhance audit effectiveness
Qualifications and Skills
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Internal Audit, Business Administration, or related field
- Minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in internal audit
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial controls, and internal audit frameworks
- Experience in fraud investigation, branch audits, or financial systems auditing
- Knowledge of data analytics or IT auditing is an added advantage
- Strong analytical, investigative, communication, and report-writing skills
- High level of integrity and professionalism
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit:
- Application letter
- Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Copies of academic and professional qualifications
- Names and contacts of at least three traceable referees (one preferably a recent supervisor)
Applications should be sent to:
Application Deadline: 16th June 2026
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.