The functions of the Unit include:

(i) To determine the accuracy of financial transactions;

(ii) To determine the level of compliance with Government policies, laws, contracts and procedures;

(iii) To evaluate financial and operational systems/processes for effectiveness and adequacy of internal controls and provide advice and guidance o control aspects of new policies, systems and procedures;

(iv) To verify the existence of Government assets and recommend improvements to management to ensure that proper safeguards are maintained to protect them from loss and possible fraud;

(v) To provide advisory service to Controlling and Accounting Officers; and

(vi) To provide internal audit reports to the Ministerial Audit Committee.