Chief Officer, Internal Audit

Job Summary:

• To execute Audit plan according to professional standards and communicate all relevant findings especially critical or potentially significant ones.

Job Responsibilities

• Analyse financial statements and document insights/finding / recommendations
• Present findings/recommendations in an agreed format as determined by the Head of Audit
• Adhere to key accounting and audit standards & principles in performing Audit tasks
• Support Specialist Corporate Control in ensuring the objective of the audit team is achieved in a timely manner and within budget
• Engage in field survey to get required information on units/departments to be audited
• Review the capital and operational budget
• Report on financial fraud and/or irregularities identified during audit and recommend remedial action
• Conduct assessment on the operational procedures and processes of the organisation

Requirements

Educational Qualification

• A first degree in Accounting or any related discipline
• A master’s degree in Accounting would be an added advantage

Professional Qualification

• Associate Membership of the following professional bodies is a Must: Certified Institute of Auditors (CIA), Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), Association of Certified Chartered Accountants (ACCA)
• Possession of additional certifications such as CISA, CITP, CISSP, CIPP, CRISC, CFE, etc would also be an added advantage

Desired Experience

• 5 - 10years’ Financial and Operational Audit work experience
• Experience across multiple industries/markets e.g. Manufacturing, Energy, Utilities etcetera.
• International work experience is an added advantage

Competency Requirement

• Familiarity with common indicators of fraud and error
• Healthy professional scepticism
• Attention to detail and critical thinking
• Investigation and analytical skills
• Working knowledge of Accounting principles and standards
• Working knowledge of financial reporting standards (local and international)
• Excellent understanding and interpretation of financial statements
• Knowledge of internal auditing standards, responsibilities, code of ethics, and certification
• Working industry knowledge e.g. Manufacturing, Energy, etc for specific business operations
• Good knowledge of industry program policies, procedures, regulations and laws
• Knowledge of SAP or other ERP systems

Benefits

• Private Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Training & Development