Job Description
About the role
- The internal auditor will be responsible for providing independent and objective evaluations of the company's financial and operational business activities.
- The role includes ensuring compliance with laws and regulations, evaluating internal control systems, and recommending enhancements to improve the organization's operations and governance processes.
What you'll get to do
- Conduct risk assessments of assigned departments or functional areas in established/required timelines.
- Plan and perform financial, compliance, and operational audits in accordance with the internal audit program.
- Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls and procedures.
- Prepare clear, concise, and comprehensive audit work papers and reports, including findings and recommendations for improvements.
- Follow up on audit findings to ensure that management has taken corrective action(s).
- Coordinate with external auditors and provide needed information for the annual external audit.
- Review company operations, assessing their risk profile, and safeguarding assets.
- Perform ad hoc investigations into identified or reported risks.
- Ensure compliance with relevant laws and statutes.
- Navigate complex data with the aid of advanced audit software to analyze and interpret financial information.
To succeed on this role, we think you should have:
- Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.
- Strong ethical standards and high levels of integrity.
Education/Experience Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
- The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria(ICAN)
- 5 years of experience in internal auditing
- Understanding of audit principles, compliance, and best practices.
- Proficiency in data analysis software and computer-aided auditing tools.
- Good understanding of applicable IFRS and COSO Framework