Ethiopian Capital Market Authority was established by Capital Market Proclamation No. 1248/2021 as an autonomous Federal Regulatory Authority. One of the major objectives of ECMA is to ensure the existence of a capital market environment in which securities can be issued and traded in an orderly, fair, and efficient manner. ECMA, as a regulatory authority, grants licenses to any person to operate as a security exchange, derivative exchange, security depository and clearing company, capital market service provider, over-the-counter trading facility, or any other activity deemed by ECMA as a regulated activity under its jurisdiction. ECMA regulates and oversees trading in primary and secondary markets of securities, the use of electronic trading platforms that deal with securities, and gives recognition and oversees the activities of self-regulatory organizations. 

The job holder will be responsible for reviewing operational procedures and identifying gaps in the day-to-day process that could adversely affect the authority’s reputation and financial stability. 

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform audit assignments by reviewing the authority business practices 

• Develop and implement internal audit work plans and programs and track their implementation.

• Carry out audit-needs assessment in liaison with section heads and heads of departments. 

• Prepare a risk-based annual audit plan for the approval of the Board Audit Committee.

• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls and operating systems.

• Carry out investigation and special audits as requested by management, Board, or red flag noted by auditors.

• Gather, analyze, evaluate, and present accounting documents, reports, data, and flowcharts.

• Assess the reliability of management information utilized in decision-making processes. 

• Work closely with internal audit staff to ensure that the audit and review evidence gathered is up to the required professional standards and guidelines.

• Prepare reports and provide guidance to the Board on financial controls and auditable issues. 

• Identify improper conduct within the authority and promote ethics. 

• Perform checks on Internal controls.

• Ensure all gaps and operational vulnerabilities are addressed. 

• Advise the senior management and board. 

• Follow up on audit findings and recommendations.

• Coordinating external Audit. 

Job Requirement:

Qualification Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree or above in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a field related to the Job function from an accredited or recognized learning institution.

• 6  years of relevant experience

Behavioural Competencies/Attributes:

• Industry expertise 

• Financial management

• Project management

• Strategic thinking

• Leadership

• Problem-solving and decision-making

• Communication

• Interpersonal skills

• Adaptability

How to Apply

How to apply

Application Procedure

•  Please send your CV and application letter, to THSI LINK

•  Please Click here to fill out the Application form 

• Note: Filling out the Application form is mandatory 

Job Requirements Bachelor’s Degree or above in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or in a related field of study with relevant work experience Duties and Responsibilities: - Perform audit assignments by reviewing the authority business practices  - Develop and implement internal audit work plans and programs and track their implementation. - Carry out audit-needs assessment in liaison with section heads and heads of departments.  How to Apply Apply using the provided link below