Internal Auditor

About the role

Salve Consulting Limited is looking for a highly analytical and detail-oriented Internal Auditor in Lagos to independently assess the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management processes and operational compliance. The role covers financial and operational risks, evaluation of existing procedures and recommendations for improvement, with a strong focus on hospitality operations such as cash management, inventory, payroll, procurement and revenue assurance.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute risk-based internal audit plans covering financial, operational and administrative activities, including periodic and unannounced departmental audits.
• Identify financial irregularities, control weaknesses and potential fraud risks, and review compliance with standard operating procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Audit daily cash collections, bank reconciliations, revenue records and payment transactions; review stock movements and inventory counts; examine procurement, vendor payments and purchase approvals.
• Audit payroll records, benefits and deductions, and evaluate controls around food and beverage sales reconciliation and cost management.
• Prepare audit reports with findings, risk implications and corrective actions, present them to management and track implementation of recommendations.
• Maintain audit working papers and work with departmental heads to improve controls and accountability.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
• Professional certification in ICAN, ACCA or CIA.
• At least 5 years of experience in internal audit, risk management or financial controls.
• Previous auditing experience in the hospitality industry is mandatory.
• Strong knowledge of internal controls, audit methodologies, financial reporting and hospitality revenue and inventory processes.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and relevant accounting or audit software.
• Analytical, investigative, reporting and problem-solving skills.

The stated monthly salary range is N350,000 - N400,000, negotiable based on experience.