â¯Vice President, Internal Audit
â¯Vice President, Internal Audit
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Job Description
TheVice President Internal Auditwill lead the internal audit function providing strategic direction and hands-on leadership to ensure that internal controls governance processes and risk management systems are robust effective and aligned with international best practices.
The role is critical in promoting a culture of integrity operational efficiency and accountability. The successful candidate will be a trusted advisor to executive leadership and the Board Audit Committee delivering independent insights that strengthen business resilience and enterprise value.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and lead the execution of a comprehensive risk-based internal audit plan.
Provide the Board Audit Committee and senior management with actionable insights and assurance on key operational financial and technological risks.
Lead a capable internal audit team in conducting high-impact data-driven audits across the business.
Ensure timely follow-up on audit findings and partner with business leaders to drive improvements.
Collaborate with external auditors and regulators ensuring alignment and transparency in audit activities.
Leverage technology data analytics and automation to evolve the audit function into a forward-looking value-added business partner.
Serve as principal liaison to the NCC FIRS EFCC NFIU external auditors and compliance-related regulatory bodies.
Report quarterly to the Board Audit Committee on key findings emerging risks and mitigation strategies.
Qualifications :
Required Qualifications & Experience
Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance Economics or a related field; an MBA or Masters degree is an advantage.
Professional audit certifications such as CIA ACA ACCA or CISA are mandatory.
At least 15 years of progressive internal audit and/or risk experience with 5 years in a senior or executive role.
Experience in telecoms financial services or other regulated industries is strongly preferred.
Demonstrated expertise in governance frameworks fraud risk management and enterprise-level control environments.
Leadership Attributes
Strategic thinker with the ability to translate complex risk environments into clear business actions.
Independent courageous and principledable to provide objective advice and challenge constructively.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence board-level and executive stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to lead teams manage talent and drive functional transformation.
Results-driven with a passion for continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Full-time
