Job Description
Job Summary
- We are seeking a seasoned and highly analytical Internal Auditor to join our client’s team.
- The candidate will oversee the internal audit function and ensure the integrity of the company’s financial, operational, and compliance processes.
- The ideal candidate will play a key role in risk management, governance, and operational excellence by developing and executing audit strategies that align with the company’s objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a risk-based internal audit plan to assess the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal controls.
- Identify key risks across the organization and recommend strategies to mitigate them.
- Lead and manage internal audits, including financial, operational, compliance, and IT audits, ensuring timely and accurate reporting of findings.
- Evaluate existing policies, procedures, and controls to ensure they are effective, efficient, and in line with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
- Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing internal audit team, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
- Ensure the organization complies with all relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies, including Nigerian and international standards.
Qualifications and Skills
- Minimum of 8 years of internal audit experience.
- B.Sc in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- A professional certification such as ICAN, ACCA, CIA, or CISA is required.
- Strong knowledge of Nigerian regulatory frameworks, including IFRS, BOFIA, CBN guidelines and FRCN standards.
- Exceptional analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels.