Internal Audit

Location: Lusaka, Zambia

About Jabu

We’re shaking up Africa’s financial landscape by digitizing cash transactions with smart devices. Backed by Y Combinator and world-class investors, Jabu is scaling fast, building real impact across the continent.

Key Responsibilities

Reconciliation & Financial Integrity

• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly reconciliations of all financial transactions, including payments, accounts, and partner data (e.g., NFS, banks, mobile money platforms).
• Quickly identify and resolve discrepancies, ensuring accurate record-keeping and reporting.
• Develop and implement standardized reconciliation procedures and best practices to support the company’s scalability.

Audit Planning & Execution

• Participate in creating the annual audit plan, including scoping, risk assessment, resource planning, and audit methodologies.
• Conduct regular audits of financial processes, operational workflows, and data integrity, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
• Document audit findings, prepare concise reports, and present recommendations to relevant stakeholders.

Risk Management & Control

• Evaluate key risk areas within the company’s operations, including transaction flows, system integrations, and data management.
• Recommend and help implement controls to address identified risks, monitor remediation, and follow up on outstanding action items.
• Collaborate with Finance, Operations, IT, and Compliance teams to embed risk management practices into everyday activities.

Regulatory Compliance & Reporting

• Keep abreast of relevant accounting standards, fintech regulations, and audit best practices in African markets.
• Support the organization in complying with statutory requirements by performing audits aligned with local regulatory guidelines.
• Assist with external audits and regulatory inspections, coordinating documentation and deadlines to ensure seamless reviews.

Data Analysis & Continuous Improvement

• Use data analytics tools to uncover trends, anomalies, and opportunities for optimizing processes.
• Recommend enhancements to existing workflows, systems, and controls based on audit findings and industry best practices.
• Train and mentor team members on advanced reconciliation techniques and audit methodologies.

Collaboration & Communication

• Work closely with Finance, Operations, and Product teams to ensure seamless alignment of financial and operational controls.
• Communicate audit findings and insights clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Promote a culture of professionalism, integrity, and continuous improvement across the organization.