Internal Auditor

About the role

The Internal Auditor will provide independent and objective assurance over the company’s financial transactions, accounting records, internal controls and operational processes. Based in Lagos, the role supports all business units to safeguard financial integrity and compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement an annual risk‑based internal audit plan covering financial, operational, compliance, procurement, payroll, inventory and IT audits.
• Review accounting records, vouchers, journals, payment schedules, reconciliations and verify accuracy of financial transactions.
• Conduct surprise audits, prepare detailed audit reports with observations, risks, recommendations and corrective actions.
• Assess revenue streams, income recognition, collections and identify potential leakages.
• Evaluate expenditure approvals, procurement processes and cost optimisation opportunities.
• Identify and document financial, operational, legal and strategic risks; maintain the enterprise risk register.
• Evaluate internal controls, segregation of duties and fraud prevention mechanisms.
• Monitor statutory filings, tax, pension, data protection and other regulatory compliance requirements.
• Develop fraud detection mechanisms and investigate suspected irregularities.

Required profile

Required skills