• Application Deadline:
• Position: Internal Audit Officer



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND , Professional Certificate



• Experience 7 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  
  

Role Summary

• The primary responsibility of the Internal Audit officer is to support the Head of Internal Audit in the Planning, documentation, execution of Audit projects and in strengthening the control environment of the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the audit planning process and ensuring proper documentation of work process.


• Providing technical and professional support to ensure smooth and speedy completion of audit assignments.


• Evaluating existing processes and controls for weaknesses and making recommendations where necessary.


• Prepare and present draft reports that reflect audit’s findings and document process.


• Participating in IT audits and reviews with key emphasis on IT corporate governance and control, software application architecture and business support.


• Strive to ensure prompt implementation of audit recommendation by engaging in timely follow-through activities with relevant employees.


• Delivering adequate and timely action plans and monitoring progress to address and resolve control deficiencies.


• Deliver timely reporting on the internal control environment and control deficiencies to ensure appropriate communication, documentation, escalation to the HIA and senior management where applicable.


• Engaging the HIA on continuous knowledge development regarding industry rules, regulations, best practices, tools, techniques and performance standards.

Requirements

Educational / Professional Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Economics or any other field of study.


• Professional Qualification in ACA, ACCA, CISA, CIA etc.


• Post Graduate Degree is an added advantage.

Experience and Knowledge:

• Minimum of 7 years’ cognate experience within the insurance industry.


• Good Knowledge of the insurance regulatory environment.


• Good report writing and communication skills.


• Managing audit working papers.


• Effective and proactive planning, prioritization and organizing assigned tasks.


• Experience in basic accounting or insurance software applications and packages.


• Relevant IT audit skills.

Competencies and Skills:

• High attention to details.


• Demonstrate customer focus with an emphasis on building relationships with all levels of staff.


• Skilled in dealing with issues with utmost integrity, objectivity and confidentiality.


• Digital savvy & MS Suite Package.


• Ability to Lead Innovation & Change.


• Excellent execution skills.