Internal Auditor at AutoXpress Ltd

Job Description

AutoXpress Group is East Africa’s leading supplier of tyres, wheels, batteries, suspension parts, and alignment and balancing services, with an existing regionwide network of over 100 branches. We represent world-class brands, extending superior service to our customers with an identifiable difference.

AutoXpress Kenya Ltd is looking to recruit a dynamic Internal Auditor to join its team.

Job Description

Reporting to the Head of Internal Audit, the Internal Auditor at AutoXpress will play a vital role in the planning and execution of internal audits, evaluating internal controls, reviewing and reporting on compliance with policies, regulations and best practices, and preparing internal audit documentation (work papers) and reports.

This role will help in identifying risks, suggesting improvements and assisting in safeguarding company assets under the guidance of the Head of Internal Audit.

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls across the business to identify control gaps, process improvement opportunities and cost optimization initiatives.
• Support the planning, risk assessment, execution and documentation of operational, financial, compliance and branch audits in accordance with the approved audit plan.
• Conduct scheduled and surprise verification of cash, inventory and other company assets across branches, warehouses, and service centres and report variances for management action.
• Participate in reviews of new business systems, digital platforms and operational technologies to assess the adequacy of embedded controls, data integrity, security, and compliance requirements.
• Prepare comprehensive audit working papers and reports detailing audit findings, root causes, risk implications and practical recommendations.
• Monitor and follow up on the implementation of agreed audit recommendations, validating corrective actions taken by management and reporting progress to the Audit Manager.
• Conduct continuous research on emerging trends, risks and best practices in internal audit, risk management, governance, compliance, fraud prevention and recommend areas requiring audit focus.
• Assist in the investigation of suspected fraud, inventory losses, policy violations and other irregularities and support management in implementing corrective and preventive controls.
• Undertake branch visits and operational reviews across the company’s network, providing independent assurance on compliance with operational, financial and customer service standards.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Audit Manager or Head of Internal Audit in support of the department’s objectives and organizational goals.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in any business-related course.
• At least 3 years’ experience in Internal Audit.
• Professional certification in accounting, auditing or risk management is an added advantage.
• Proactive and self-motivated individual with a willingness to challenge existing norms.
• Strong analytical, communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Preferably a Kenyan citizen.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send their application letter and CV to careers@auxpke.com not later than 5th November 2026, quoting “Internal Auditor” as the subject line of the email.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.