PURPOSE

To monitor internal control processes established by management and independently appraise accounting, financial, and operational controls within the organization to ensure compliance, risk mitigation, and continuous business improvement.

THE JOB​

• Support the Head, Internal Audit in planning, organizing, and supervising internal audit engagements across the organization.
• Provide quality assurance on work carried out by Internal Audit teams.
• Assist in developing and updating the audit universe and coordinating enterprise risk assessment sessions.
• Supervise audit assignments from inception to completion in collaboration with audit teams.
• Evaluate and test business processes and controls to identify risks and opportunities for internal control improvement.
• Review financial and operational reports to identify areas requiring improvement or corrective action.
• Ensure proper accounting treatment of business activities in line with relevant accounting standards and policies.
• Prepare timely, accurate, and high-quality audit reports for management review.
• Support implementation monitoring of audit recommendations and corrective actions.
• Perform other audit and compliance-related responsibilities as assigned.

THE PERSON MUST ​

• Possess strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrate excellent report writing and presentation capability.
• Have sound verbal and written communication skills.
• Possess strong knowledge of audit processes, internal controls, and risk management principles.
• Demonstrate objectivity, integrity, and sound professional judgment.
• Be highly organized with strong attention to detail.

QUALIFICATION

• Minimum of bachelor’s degree or HND in Accounting or a related discipline.
• ACA or ACCA certification is required.

EXPERIENCE​

• Minimum of five years’ cognate experience in Internal Audit, Risk Management, or related functions
• Experience in manufacturing, conglomerates, or agronomy is an added advantage.