Internal Audit Officer

Role Overview

• The Internal Audit Officer will support the Internal Audit Department in reviewing financial, operational, and compliance processes to ensure adherence to company policies, internal controls, and statutory requirements.
• The role involves conducting audits, risk assessments, and control evaluations across business functions while contributing to continuous improvement and organizational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate financial, operational, and compliance processes to ensure adherence to company policies and statutory regulations.
• Conduct risk assessments to identify internal control weaknesses and propose remedial actions.
• Perform internal audits and special investigations to ensure accuracy, transparency, and proper audit trails.
• Review accounts receivable, accounts payable, and ledger postings to ensure accurate financial records.
• Conduct inventory and cash count verifications to detect potential fraud, wastage, or discrepancies.
• Verify that procurement, logistics, and stock management processes comply with company policies and cost-control measures.
• Review adherence to Standard Operating Procedures SOPs and recommend process improvements.
• Prepare comprehensive audit reports highlighting findings, risk ratings, and recommendations.
• Present audit outcomes to management and follow up on agreed corrective action plans.

Smart KPIs

• Audit Report Timeliness: Submit audit reports within 3 working days after review completion.
• Control Testing Accuracy: Achieve ≥ 95% accuracy in control testing and documentation.
• Audit Findings Closure Rate: Ensure ≥ 90% of audit findings are closed within agreed timelines.
• Compliance Adherence: Maintain ≥ 98% compliance with audit standards and company procedures.
• Risk Mitigation Effectiveness: Demonstrate measurable improvement in identified risk areas within 3 months post-audit.

Qualifications & Experience

• B.Sc Degree / HND in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3 years of relevant experience in auditing, accounting, or internal control roles.
• Membership in ICAN, CISA, CFE, or CIA is an added advantage.
• Experience in amanufacturing environmentis preferred.

Skills & Competencies:

• Solid understanding of accounting principles and internal auditing standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP/accounting software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent report writing and documentation ability.
• High level of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.