Audit and Risk Officer – Alliance Insurance Company
Job Title: Audit and Risk Officer
Location: Maseru, Lesotho
Closing Date: On or around 25 April 2025
Company: Alliance Group Investment Holding Company
Overview:
Alliance Insurance Company is seeking a proactive and analytical Audit and Risk Officer to join its Group Investment Holding Company. The successful candidate will support the Audit and Risk team in identifying, monitoring, and managing business risks and internal controls. This role is ideal for a graduate with a strong foundation in internal auditing, accounting, or risk management and a desire to grow within a dynamic financial services environment.
Key Responsibilities:
-Conduct internal audits to assess compliance with policies and effectiveness of internal controls.
-Assist in investigations of irregularities and recommend corrective actions.
-Monitor implementation of audit recommendations and track progress on action plans.
-Evaluate and update contingency plans for critical business functions.
-Support risk assessments and maintain operational and financial risk registers.
-Contribute to monthly and quarterly audit and risk reporting.
-Stay informed of regulatory changes and industry best practices.
Requirements and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Internal Auditing, Accounting, Finance, Risk Management, or a related field.
- 0–2 years’ experience in audit or risk-related roles (Graduate Trainee level).
- Knowledge of risk management and internal control frameworks.
- Certifications such as CIA, CISA, CRMA, or CA are an added advantage.
- Familiarity with Business Continuity Management and Health & Safety is beneficial.
Skills and Competencies:
- High level of integrity, confidentiality, and ethical conduct.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and knowledge of internal audit tools.