POSITION: Audit Officer

TransPeshawar; Peshawar City Tehsil; On-site; PKR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

TransPeshawar invites applications for an Internal Audit Officer based in Peshawar to lead financial, operational, and compliance audits for the BRT project. You will plan, supervise and execute audits to safeguard public funds and ensure adherence to policies.

Reporting to the Chief Internal Auditor, you will assess internal controls, manage risks, and deliver detailed reports with recommendations. Public-sector auditing experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• At least 16 years of education in Commerce, Business Administration (Finance), ACCA, CA Finalist or related fields from a recognised university.
• Specialized training – Internal Audit Certifications, KPPRA Rules, Public Sector Auditing or any other relevant skills.
• Active affiliations – membership of recognised Industry or Professional Organisations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of the annual audit plan based on risk assessment.
• Supervise the execution of audit assignments covering financial, operational, procurement, and compliance aspects.
• Allocate tasks to audit staff, provide guidance, and review work for quality and completeness.
• Develop audit programs and checklists tailored to BRT operations.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls related to fare collection, procurement, payroll, inventory, maintenance, and asset management.
• Identify control gaps, weaknesses, and irregularities and recommend improvements.
• Ensure compliance with donor regulations, national financial rules, PPRA guidelines, and BRT policies.
• Identify high-risk areas and suggest controls to mitigate those risks.
• Ensure compliance with audit recommendations and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Conduct audits of budget utilization, vendor contracts, construction payments, ticketing systems, and fleet management processes.
• Review financial statements and procurement documents for accuracy and adherence to policies.
• Prepare comprehensive audit reports with observations, risks, and actionable recommendations.
• Present audit findings to management and follow up on corrective actions.
• Maintain audit files and documentation in compliance with audit standards.
• Coordinate with external auditors, government oversight agencies, and funding partners during audits or inspections.
• Provide support during investigations into fraud or policy violations.
• Train and mentor junior audit staff.

Skills

Internal auditing

Analytical skills

Report writing

MS Office

Communication skills

Education

16 years of education in Commerce/Finance

ACCA / CA Finalist

Recognised university

Tools

Audit software

Job description

DUTY STATION:

Peshawar

NO OF POSITIONS:

01

REPORT TO:

Chief Internal Auditor

SALARY PACKAGE:

Market based competitive salary package

OVERALL ROLE:

Reporting to the Chief Internal Auditor; Internal Audit Officer oversee and conduct financial, operational, and compliance audits to ensure transparency, accountability, and efficient use of public funds in the BRT system. He has to plan, supervise, and execute internal audit activities for the BRT project to ensure compliance with financial regulations, internal controls, procurement policies, and operational procedures. The Audit Officer helps protect assets, improve risk management, and enhance the integrity of the BRT’s financial and operational systems.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Audit Planning & Supervision:

• Assist in the preparation of the annual audit plan based on risk assessment.
• Supervise the execution of audit assignments covering financial, operational, procurement, and compliance aspects.
• Allocate tasks to audit staff, provide guidance, and review work for quality and completeness.
• Develop audit programs and checklists tailored to BRT operations.

2. Internal Control Evaluation:

• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls related to fare collection, procurement, payroll, inventory, maintenance, and asset management.
• Identify control gaps, weaknesses, and irregularities and recommend improvements.

3. Compliance & Risk Management:

• Ensure compliance with donor regulations (if applicable), national financial rules, PPRA (Public Procurement Regulatory Authority) guidelines, and BRT-specific policies.
• Identify areas of high risk and suggest controls to mitigate those risks.
• Ensure compliance with audit recommendations and regulatory reporting requirements.

4. Financial & Operational Audits:

• Conduct audits of budget utilization, vendor contracts, construction payments, ticketing systems, and fleet management processes.
• Review financial statements, accounting records, and procurement documents for accuracy and adherence to policies.

5. Reporting & Documentation:

• Prepare comprehensive audit reports with observations, risks, and actionable recommendations.
• Present audit findings to management and follow up on corrective actions.
• Maintain audit files, working papers, and documentation in compliance with audit standards.

6. Coordination & Support:

• Coordinate with external auditors, government oversight agencies, and funding partners during audits or inspections.
• Provide support during investigations into fraud, misuse of funds, or policy violations.
• Train and mentor junior audit staff.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

1. ATTAINMENTS

Qualification

At least 16 years of education in Commerce, Business Administration (Finance), ACCA, CA Finalist or related fields from a recognized university.

Specialized Training – Internal Audit Certifications, KPPRA Rules, Public Sector Auditing or any other skills considered relevant for the position.

Active affiliations – membership of recognised Industry or Professional Organisations.

EXPERIENCE

At least 03 years of post-qualification relevant experience. 01 years of experience in auditing public sector projects, transport authorities, donor-funded programs, or infrastructure projects will be considered an advantage.

• CORE COMPETENCIES
• Strong knowledge of internal auditing standards, accounting principles, and financial controls.
• Understanding of public procurement laws and project management cycles.
• Proficiency in audit software and MS Office.
• Analytical and investigative skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and report-writing abilities.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with integrity and discretion.

• CIRCUMSTANCES
• Fluency in English and Urdu. Pashto will be considered an added advantage.
• Good health, allow to work long and irregular hours (when required).
• Age up to 42 years on the closing date of applications.

Application Deadline: 5pm of 26th October, 2026

TransPeshawar is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.