Resident Auditor

Karachi Metropolitan University; Karachi Division; On-site; PKR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Karachi Metropolitan University invites applications for a senior audit position to oversee pre-audit, post-audit, and concurrent audits of all university financial transactions. The role requires strict adherence to financial rules and strong internal controls within a university setting.

You will examine vouchers, payrolls, procurement records, and project expenditures, identify irregularities, and prepare comprehensive audit reports for the Vice Chancellor and Syndicate.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of auditing standards, internal controls, and financial reporting frameworks.
• Proficiency in accounting software and ERP financial modules.
• Excellent analytical, reporting, and documentation skills.
• Integrity, objectivity, and high ethical standards.
• Strong communication and coordination abilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-audit, post-audit, and concurrent audit of all financial transactions of the university.
• Ensure compliance with financial rules, policies, and internal control systems.
• Examine vouchers, payrolls, procurement records, and project expenditures.
• Identify irregularities, misappropriations, and lapses, and recommend corrective actions.
• Prepare audit reports, observations, and financial review summaries for submission to the Vice Chancellor and Syndicate.
• Coordinate with Director Finance, Accounts Officers, and external auditors.

Skills

Auditing standards knowledge

Internal controls

Analytical skills

Communication

Coordination

Education

Master's degree in Commerce/Finance/Accounting or MBA Finance

CA/ACMA/ACCA or equivalent

Tools

ERP financial modules

Accounting software

MS Office

Job description

Conduct pre-audit, post-audit, and concurrent audit of all financial transactions of the university.

Ensure compliance with financial rules, policies, and internal control systems.

Examine vouchers, payrolls, procurement records, and project expenditures.

Identify irregularities, misappropriations, and lapses, and recommend corrective actions.

Prepare audit reports, observations, and financial review summaries for submission to the Vice Chancellor and Syndicate.

Coordinate with Director Finance, Accounts Officers, and external auditors.

Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Commerce, Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration (Finance) from HEC recognized institution or a professional Qualifications such as CA, ACMA, ACCA or equivalent.

• Strong knowledge of auditing standards, internal controls, and financial reporting frameworks.
• Proficiency in accounting software and ERP financial modules.
• Excellent analytical, reporting, and documentation skills.
• Integrity, objectivity, and high ethical standards.
• Strong communication and coordination abilities.

Experience:

At least 5 years of relevant experience in audit, accounts, or finance, including 3 years in a supervisory or responsible role in a university, government, or autonomous organization. Thorough knowledge of audit procedures, financial rules, and accounting standards, with proficiency in MS Office and ERP systems.

• Strong knowledge of auditing standards, internal controls, and financial reporting frameworks.
• Proficiency in accounting software and ERP financial modules.
• Excellent analytical, reporting, and documentation skills.
• Integrity, objectivity, and high ethical standards.
• Strong communication and coordination abilities.