Job Description
Job Purpose
- To support the Internal Audit Manager in delivering effective risk-based audit services across the business.
- The role ensures sound internal control, policy compliance, and risk management by executing audits, reporting key findings, and supporting the follow-up of agreed corrective actions.
Responsibilities
- Participate in developing the annual risk-based audit plan.
- Execute assigned audits end-to-end in line with audit standards and timelines.
- Evaluate and test internal controls and risk mitigation practices.
- Prepare audit workpapers and issue memoranda with clear recommendations.
- Prepare and submit timely and quality audit reports rated satisfactory by the Internal Audit Manager.
- Track resolution of audit recommendations and update audit issue logs.
- Support investigations into fraud, misconduct, or whistleblower cases.
- Recommend process improvements and support policy awareness campaigns.
- Participate in cross-functional audit team exercises and knowledge sharing.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's Degree or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Accounting or any other related disciplines
- 4-6 years’ experience
- Accounting qualification e.g. ACA, ACCA and familiarity on IAS/IFRS Standard
- CIA or CISA is an added advantage
- Risk-based auditing
- Report writing and documentation
- Internal control assessment
- Basic IT audit knowledge (infrastructure, access controls, backups, etc.)
- Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills