Audit Partner for UNICEF-Funded Projects in Cameroon
Executed multi-entity audit assignments in collaboration with BDO, covering NGOs such as Helen Keller International and Global Community Rescue. Delivered high-quality audit fieldwork, compliance verification, and risk-based recommendations in line with international standards.
Context
As part of international audit assignments linked to UNICEF-funded projects, BDO required a trusted local audit partner in Cameroon to support fieldwork, evidence gathering, and compliance verification across multiple implementing organizations.
PROFFEST was engaged through its lead consultant to execute on-ground audit procedures, ensuring alignment with international audit standards and donor compliance requirements.
Scope of Work
PROFFEST led and executed audit assignments for the following organizations:
- Helen Keller International
- Global Community Rescue
- DRSP (local implementing partner)
Our role covered full audit field execution and reporting support in Cameroon.
What We Did
- Conducted on-site audit fieldwork across multiple project locations
- Reviewed financial records, supporting documents, and grant expenditures
- Verified compliance with donor requirements and internal controls
- Identified financial, operational, and compliance risks
- Prepared well-documented audit working papers and evidence files
- Communicated findings and recommended practical corrective actions
- Coordinated directly with BDO’s international audit team for alignment and reporting
Tools & Methodology
- International audit procedures aligned with ISA standards
- Structured audit documentation and working paper systems
- Risk-based audit approach
- Cross-border collaboration and reporting workflows
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Key Achievements
- Successfully delivered multiple audit engagements within strict timelines
- Ensured high-quality documentation and audit evidence meeting international standards
- Strengthened financial transparency and accountability for donor-funded projects
- Identified key risks and provided actionable recommendations to improve controls
- Demonstrated PROFFEST’s ability to act as a reliable in-country audit partner for global firms
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Impact
Through this engagement, PROFFEST positioned itself as a credible audit and advisory partner capable of supporting international organizations and global audit networks in complex, multi-entity environments.
This project highlights our strength in:
- NGO and donor-funded project audits
- Cross-border audit collaboration
- High-standard financial review and compliance assurance