KPMG Nigeria Job Vacancy : Chief Internal Auditor

KPMG Nigeria – Our client is part of a leading global brand, committed to providing innovative digital solutions.

They are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Chief Internal Auditor

Location: Lagos, Nigeria

Overview

In line with our strategic intent to be at the forefront of technology excellence, the organization has embarked on a plan to provide affordable, reliable and easily accessible financial solutions aimed at increasing access to financial services particularly in unserved and underserved areas.
We are desirous of filling a key role with best-in class talent for the position of a Chief Internal Auditor.
The role holder will be responsible for evaluating and maintaining the effectiveness and adequacy of internal controls.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and execute the processes for assessing and improving internal controls, accounting and operating procedures and financial reporting.
Develop and implement annual audit plan and ensure compliance to approved plans from all subsidiaries.
Review internal audit and regulatory compliance reports and monitor the implementation of the recommendations.
Approve and coordinate investigation into suspected fraudulent practices and determine/recommend the appropriate line of action in response to findings.
Continuously review/assess the business and operational risks facing the organization in order to proactively establish appropriate mitigating controls and monitoring mechanism/frameworks.
Supervise the design and building of control frameworks in business processes and systems.
Interpret and analyze reports/data/information to identify possible risk exposure.
Ensure compliance with good corporate governance practice.
Prepare and submit periodic activity/management reports to the CEO on activities of the department.
Serve on committees or cross-functional teams and perform other duties as assigned by the CEO.

Basic Qualifications

Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related discipline.
Professional accounting/ finance certification from a reputable professional body, e.g. ACA, ACCA, ICAN is required.
Minimum of 15 years post-graduation experience in Financial Services with at least, 10 years’ experience in the financial management/accounting function 5 of which must be in a senor position within the audit function.
Working knowledge of IFRS.

Required Skills:

Maturity and tact, including the ability to relate effectively with various stakeholders.
Good knowledge of financial and IT systems controls.
High level of initiative and good attention to detail.
Good decision making, problem solving and leadership skills.
Good report writing and oral communication skills.
High integrity and ethical standards.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.