• Application Deadline: Fri, 7 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Internal Audit Manager



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 7 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  
  

Job Objective:

To verify the financial status and operating procedures of the organization through a systematic program of audits. Interact with administrative and enforcement agencies, monitor systems, and solve problems.

Main Accountabilities:

Operational Responsibilities:

• Drive Internal Control/Audit’s change initiative by implementing action plans related to risk assessment, annual planning, audit execution, reporting, and technology.


• Prepare and present comprehensive reports reflecting audit results and document processes.


• Act as an objective source of independent advice to ensure validity, legality, and goal achievement.


• Identify loopholes, recommend risk aversion measures, and propose cost-saving strategies.


• Review and analyze data related to assets, liabilities, capital stock, surplus, income, and expenditures.


• Inspect account books and accounting systems for efficiency, effectiveness, and adherence to accepted accounting procedures.


• Examine and evaluate financial and information systems, recommending controls for system reliability and data integrity.


• Prepare, analyze, and verify annual reports, financial statements, and other records.


• Coordinate with external audit firms performing audits of the company’s financial statements.


• Develop and maintain Internal Audit Procedures to ensure the use of best practices.


• Produce up-to-date information using internal computer systems for real-time decision-making.


• Participate in the development, implementation, and maintenance of policies, objectives, and planning.


• Contribute to the team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.


• Conduct monthly reconciliation of sales from customers to invoice amounts using related bank statements.


• Liaise with company vendors.


• Perform any other duty as assigned by HOD and management.

Personal Development Responsibilities:

• Ensure attendance at relevant training, networking events, and conferences to stay updated on legislation and best practices.


• Engage in Continuous Professional Development with locally and internationally recognized accounting bodies.


• Gain knowledge of economic and accounting principles, financial markets, banking, and the analysis and reporting of financial data.


• Learn about principles and processes for providing customer and personal services, including customer needs assessment and satisfaction evaluation.

Strategic Responsibilities:

• Liaise with external vendors, training providers, external auditors, etc.


• Manage the company’s performance management process concerning business objectives and unit needs.

Key Performance Indicators:

• Quality and timeliness of reports.


• Quality and timeliness in generating accurate personnel statistical information for decision-making.


• Percentage of employees undergoing training per calendar year.


• Percentage of HR budget spent on training.


• Percentage of implemented knowledge-sharing sessions and feedback.

Job Specifications:

• Educational Qualification: BSc or HND in Accounting or related field.


• Professional Qualification: Relevant certifications/qualification by locally and internationally recognized Accounting regulatory body is mandatory.


• Work Experience: Minimum of 7 years’ relevant work experience in internal audit.

Technical Competencies:

• Good IT Systems Skills.


• Strong IT skills with the ability to utilize Microsoft Suite and existing ERP (Microsoft Dynamic- NAV).


• Excellent management of personnel and financial resources.

Behavioral Competencies:

• High Energy Level.


• Good verbal and written communication.


• Strong leadership qualities.


• Good negotiation skills.


• Organizational awareness & industry knowledge.


• Customer orientation.


• Attention to detail.


• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask.


• Confidence, friendliness, and approachability.


• Ability to work well under pressure and adapt to change.