PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To monitor internal control processes and to appraise independently the accounting, financial and other controls within the organization.

THE JOB

• Assists Head, Internal Audit, in planning, organizing and supervising the internal audit engagements and providing quality assurance in line with IIA’s Global Internal Audit Standards.
• Evaluates, tests business processes and controls to identify areas of risk and internal control improvement opportunities.
• Consults with process owners for recommendations on business and process improvements.
• Reviews financial and operational reports highlighting areas of business improvement.
• Reviews financial and operational reports, ensures adequate accounting in accordance  with relevant accounting standards.
• Supports the Unit Head in developing and updating the audit universe, coordinating risk assessment sessions and in designing audit programmes such as systems review, governance.
• Supervises all audits from inception to completion in conjunction with the respective audit teams.

THE PERSON MUST

• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Possess analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good time management and organizational skills.
• Thrives on innovative thinking and ready to expand the boundaries of traditional perspectives.
• Maintain the highest standards of integrity and ethical behavior to ensure that audits are conducted objectively.

QUALIFICATION

• BSC /HND in Accounting or related field.
• Professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA or CIA.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing organisation, FMCG, conglomerate, agribusiness or audit firm.