Internal Auditor
First seen by Alion on Nov 11, 2026.
Job Title: Internal Auditor
Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers State
Salary: ₦200,000 - ₦250,000
Industry: Retail
Reports To: Team Lead, Internal Audit
Job Summary:
We seek a detail-oriented, analytical Internal Auditor to support internal audit engagements across core and support business processes. The successful candidate will assess internal controls, identify operational and financial risks, detect irregularities, and recommend improvements to business processes, compliance, and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
- Execute internal audit, assurance, and advisory engagements in line with the approved audit plan.
- Review business processes, assess internal controls, and identify potential risks, gaps, and control weaknesses.
- Conduct audit walkthroughs, control testing, spot checks, and investigations where necessary.
- Prepare audit work papers, document findings, and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
- Monitor audit exceptions and follow up with process owners on the implementation of agreed recommendations.
- Conduct risk assessments and evaluate compliance with company policies, procedures, and relevant regulatory standards.
- Utilise data analytics and Computer-Assisted Audit Tools (CAAT) to identify anomalies and support audit activities.
- Prepare audit reports and provide timely updates on assigned engagements.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 5–6 years' experience in internal audit, external audit, risk management, compliance, or internal control.
- Experience in the retail, FMCG, banking, insurance, power, or related industries is an advantage.
- Professional certifications such as ACA, ACCA, CIA, CISA, CFE, or CRMA, or evidence of active pursuit, will be an added advantage.
- Good knowledge of internal audit standards, risk management, corporate governance, and internal control frameworks.
- Familiarity with COSO, IFRS, and relevant audit and compliance standards.
- Experience with ERP systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and audit/data analytics tools.
- Knowledge of IT risk assessments, system control testing, and information security frameworks such as ISO 27001, COBIT, or NIST is an advantage.
- Strong analytical, investigative, report-writing, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple assignments, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
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