Internal Auditor

Internal Auditor – Code: ONXABJIA
Reporting to MD,

Responsibilities

1. The Internal Auditor will be the head of internal audit unit and will be responsible to the Chairman for ensuring compliance and prudent utilization of resources

2. Provides strategic direction, manage and execute the Internal Audit Activity, coordinate specific processes to support the implementation and execution of the Audit Plan, monitoring compliance, preparing and presenting audit findings and recommendations, and providing assurance of compliance with statutory requirements, policies and procedures in line with International Audit Standards and the organization’s policies and procedures.

3. To provide leadership and co-ordination for the company’s day-to-day Internal Audit activities, including Financial, Key Processes – revenue centers and ALL other ancillary income earning products & Services); expense, cost and margin control; and monthly, quarterly and annual financial goal management.

4. To carry out Mandatory pre-payment checks on ALL expenditure (including at Financial Commitment Level) as well as developing and executing the Financial and Process Audit plan and take charge of the internal audit
5. function by identifying risks associated with business objectives and evaluating the controls in place.

Knowledge/Skills/Experience
 First Degree in Social science, from a reputable institution
 Must be able to use Microsoft suite effectively
 Ability to work with a project Management ERP solution
 Familiarity with audit software tools (e.g., ACL, IDEA, Team Mate)
 At least 5 years post qualification experience in similar role.
 Technical knowledge and skills in results-based management
 Strong interpersonal skills,
 Ability to work and communicate effectively with clients
 Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
 Excellent report writing and presentation skills
 Ability to meet deadlines.

Desirable

• Entrepreneurial, enthusiastic with capability to use initiative and intellectual capital to derive solutions
• Comfortable with working under pressure, to clear deadlines and focus on bottom-line
• Ability to work independently with or without direction and/or supervision
• Ability to prioritize and multitask. Flexibility and adaptability in work approach
• Calmness and clarity of thought under pressure and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Strong written and verbal communication skills;
• Demonstrated leader with team-oriented interpersonal skills
• Ability to effectively interface with a broad range of people and roles
• Accept responsibility and personal accountability