Audit Support Officer

Job Purpose

The Audit Support Officer provides administrative, financial, and operational support for external audit activities within Egypt University of Informatics (EUI). The role is responsible for coordinating audit requests, maintaining audit documentation, monitoring the implementation of audit recommendations, and ensuring compliance with university policies, financial regulations, donor requirements, and governance standards. The position serves as a key liaison between the Finance Department, auditors, and other University stakeholders to facilitate efficient audit processes and promote a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.

Reports To: Senior Financial Manager

Key Responsibilities: 

 

Audit Coordination and Support

  • Coordinate and facilitate internal, external, governmental, and donor audits.
  • Act as the primary focal point for collecting and providing audit documentation and supporting evidence.
  • Prepare audit schedules, reconciliations, reports, and requested financial information.
  • Maintain audit files and ensure all supporting documentation is complete, accurate, and readily accessible.
  • Monitor audit timelines and ensure timely responses to auditor inquiries.

Compliance and Internal Controls

  • Support the implementation and monitoring of internal control procedures across the Finance Department.
  • Review financial documentation to ensure compliance with University policies and procedures.
  • Assist in identifying control weaknesses and process improvement opportunities.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and University governance frameworks.
  • Support periodic reviews of financial policies and procedures.

Audit Findings and Corrective Actions

  • Track audit observations, recommendations, and management action plans.
  • Follow up with responsible departments to ensure timely closure of audit findings.
  • Maintain a centralized register of audit issues and corrective actions.
  • Prepare status reports on outstanding audit recommendations for management review.

Financial and Operational Reviews

  • Conduct preliminary reviews of financial transactions and supporting documentation.
  • Assist in performing compliance reviews and internal assessments.
  • Support testing of controls and verification of financial records.
  • Analyze financial data to identify discrepancies, risks, or unusual transactions.

Grants, Donations, and Funding Compliance

  • Support audits related to grants, research funding, donations, sponsorships, and externally funded projects.
  • Ensure financial records and supporting documentation meet donor and funding agency requirements.
  • Assist in preparing reports and schedules required by funding agencies and external partners.
  • Monitor compliance with funding agreements and reporting obligations.

International Partnerships and Special Projects

  • Support audit and compliance activities related to international collaborations, research partnerships, and sponsored initiatives.
  • Ensure financial documentation related to international agreements is properly maintained and auditable.
  • Assist in preparing compliance reports required by international partners and accrediting bodies.

Reporting and Documentation

  • Prepare audit support reports, compliance summaries, and management updates.
  • Maintain secure and organized records of audit reports, responses, and supporting documentation.
  • Support the preparation of reports for senior management, auditors, and regulatory authorities.

 

Qualifications: 

 

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Commerce, Business Administration, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Professional certifications or courses in Internal Audit, Risk Management, Compliance, or Accounting are an advantage.
  • CIA, CPA, ACCA, CMA, or equivalent certifications are desirable.

Experience

  • 5 + years of experience in auditing, accounting, compliance, finance operations, or internal controls.
  • Previous experience in higher education, non-profit organizations, consulting firms, or auditor environments is preferred.
  • Experience supporting audits of grants, donations, or donor-funded projects is an advantage.
  • Previous experience with the Central Auditing Organization (CAO), either as an employee or through professional dealings with it.

Technical Competencies

  • Understanding of auditing principles and internal control frameworks.
  • Knowledge of accounting and financial reporting practices.
  • Familiarity with compliance and risk management processes.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
  • Experience with ERP systems and financial management software.
  • Strong documentation and record-management skills.

Behavioral Competencies

  • High attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Effective written and verbal communication.
  • Ability to work collaboratively across departments.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

  • Timeliness of audit request responses.
  • Percentage of audit findings closed within agreed timelines.
  • Accuracy and completeness of audit documentation.
  • Compliance with audit and regulatory requirements.
  • Number of repeat audit findings.
  • Effectiveness of corrective action tracking.
  • Stakeholder satisfaction with audit support services.
  • Quality and timeliness of compliance reporting.

 

Application Instructions: 
  • Applications will be reviewed until the positions are filled.'

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