Head of Internal Audit at SDIL Nigeria

SDIL Nigeria – Our client, a reputable player in the FCMG Industry that always strives to attract and retain the very best talents, is recruiting suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head of Internal Audit

Location: Lagos

Role Summary

Responsibilities include providing reasonable assurance on the effectiveness of the organization’s risk management and the strength of internal controls
The position assesses organization-wide compliance with the group’s internal policies and procedures,laws and regulations, contractual terms and conditions to mention a few

Job Description

Assist the Chief inspector/Group Head Internal Audit in the development of the internal audit plan
Plan and execute audit assignments across the Group in line with the annual internal audit plan
Lead audit teams, providing direction and supervision including reviewing engagement workpapers, reports and documentation for quality assurance
Conduct investigations, fraud reviews and any other special reviews
Carryout corrective action follow up (CAFU) exercises on all audit reports (Internal, External, KPMG, etc)
Review compliance with operating procedures, risk management practices and internal control systems
Work with process owners, and the Risk manager to ensure internal controls are embedded in all company processes to address identified risks
Exercise professional judgment to predetermine materiality of findings and adequacy and effectiveness of operations and controls
Aid in the delivery and development of the Group’s audit strategy, taking responsibility for the day to day management of the audit team and assisting to raise the profile and effectiveness of the audit function

Job Requirements

Above 9 years audit experience, including practical internal audit experience with excellent knowledge of internal control concepts, auditing technics and reporting
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) and or have a professional accounting qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA)
Good knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
IT audit experience is necessary
Good leadership skills with strategic focus
Good organizational, project and time management skills
Knowledge of S.A.P ERP would be an added advantage
Have proven integrity.

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