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Internal Audit Officer

Join our dynamic team as an Internal Audit Officer and play a crucial role in implementing flexible Audit Plans. This role involves providing consulting and advisory services, beyond internal auditing assurance services, to assist management in meeting its objectives; and, maintain a quality assurance program by which the function assures the operation of internal auditing activities.

Prosepective Applicants

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact? Do you aspire to contribute to projects that can add values to the organization? Are you a team player, dedicated and creative? Then this opportunity is for you. Here, you'll find not just a job, but a career path tailored to your strengths and aspirations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and manage a flexible annual audit plan using an appropriate risk-based methodology, including any risks or control concerns identified by management, and submit that plan to the head of Internal Audit and Control for review and approval.
  • Implement the annual audit plan, as approved by auditing Head office departments, branches and service centers including any special tasks or projects requested by management and Head of Internal Audit and Control or the Board Audit Committee; and report periodically on the status and results of the audit plan and the adequacy of resources allotted to the function.
  • Provide consulting and advisory services, beyond internal auditing assurance services, to assist management in meeting its objectives; and, maintain a quality assurance program by which the function assures the operation of internal auditing activities. Also, review and report to management on significant issues related to the processes for controlling the activities of the organization.
  • Liaise with the external auditors as appropriate, for the purpose of providing optimal audit coverage.
  • Carry out special audits and investigations as may be required by the audit committee and/ or management.
  • Follow up on the implementation of internal and external audit recommendations and continuous monitoring of the control environment.
  • Reviewing the adequacy of policies, procedures and control systems of the company and check to ensure that they are in conformity with industry practices, corporate and regulatory policies.
  • Identify and assess potential risks to the company’s operations.
  • Preparation of monthly and quarterly board audit report.
  • Perform related work as assigned by the Head of Internal Audit and Control Department.
  • Perform any other tasks assigned by the unit head or department head.

Educational Qualification & Experience

  • A University Degree/HND in any Social Sciences or Humanities.
  • Holds ICAN or any other chartered certification.
  • 2 - 5 years in the Financial Services Industry.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Knowledge of Accounting.
  • Proficiency in the use of MS Excel, MS Word.
  • Working knowledge of Internal audit / control.
  • Team leadership and Conflict Management skills.
  • Excellent Communication and People Skills.
  • Attention to Details.
  • Ability to meet targets and deadlines.
  • Good problem-solving skills.
  • Strong sense of integrity and self-management skills.

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