Job Overview
The Punjab Education Initiatives Management Authority (PEIMA) is looking for a Chief Audit Officer to lead its internal audit function.
The role sits within a government body responsible for managing education initiatives across Punjab, so the work directly supports public sector accountability and efficient use of funds.
The Chief Audit Officer will be responsible for planning and executing risk-based internal audits, evaluating the effectiveness of internal controls, and recommending improvements.
The role involves investigating financial irregularities, preparing audit reports, and liaising with external auditors, including the Accountant General's office.
Given the scale of PEIMA's projects, the officer will also ensure compliance with financial and administrative rules, and may oversee special drawing accounts and government accounting procedures.
This is a hands-on leadership role that requires a blend of technical audit expertise and practical knowledge of public sector financial management.
The officer will work closely with program teams and senior management to strengthen governance and ensure that funds are used as intended.
The position is ideal for an experienced auditor who understands both the letter and the spirit of financial regulations and can communicate findings clearly to diverse stakeholders.
Eligibility and Qualification
To be eligible for the Chief Audit Officer position, candidates must meet the following criteria
- ACCA / ICMA / CA or minimum 16 years of education in Finance, Accounting, or Commerce (or equivalent) from an HEC-recognized national or foreign university.
- At least five (05) years of verifiable relevant post-qualification experience in public/private sectors, specifically in internal audit, risk management, and compliance.
- Experience in conducting risk-based internal audits, evaluating internal controls, ensuring compliance with financial and administrative rules, investigating financial irregularities, and preparing audit reports.
- Experience liaising with external auditors (AG Office).
- Preference will be given to candidates with experience in medium to high revenue projects/programs, including reporting requirements, disbursement procedures, submission of withdrawal applications, maintenance of Special Drawing Accounts, and government accounting procedures.
- Domicile is required for this position.
- Age: 30 to 45 years. Gender: Both.
Responsibilities
- Conduct risk-based internal audits of PEIMA's operations and programs.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and suggest improvements.
- Ensure compliance with financial and administrative rules and regulations.
- Investigate financial irregularities and prepare detailed audit reports.
- Liaise with external auditors, including the Accountant General's office.
- Oversee reporting requirements, disbursement procedures, and submission of withdrawal applications for projects.
- Maintain Special Drawing Accounts and ensure adherence to government accounting procedures.
How to Apply
- Visit the official Punjab Jobs portal at jobs.punjab.gov.pk.
- Navigate to the job detail page for Chief Audit Officer under Punjab Education Initiatives Management Authority (PEIMA).
- Click the 'Apply for this Job' button on the page.
- If you are not already registered, create an account on the portal by providing your email address and password.
- Log in to your account and complete the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and experience details.
Important Instructions
- Candidates must have verifiable relevant experience; ensure that all experience claims are supported by documents.
- Preference will be given to candidates with experience in medium to high revenue projects and government accounting procedures.
- For obtaining domicile, the Government of Punjab offers a doorstep delivery service. Call 1202 or download the Dastak Doorstep Delivery App from Google Play Store, Apple App Store, or the web portal.
- The selection process may include a test or interview as per departmental policy, though no specific details are provided in the advertisement.
- No TA/DA will be admissible for test/interview, as per standard government recruitment rules (unless specified otherwise).