Chief Internal Auditor

Lagos - Nigeria

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Experience Required: 10years

Posted on: 12 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced and detail-oriented Chief Internal Auditor to lead the organizations internal audit function. The ideal candidate will be responsible for evaluating and improving the effectiveness of risk management internal controls and governance processes across the business.

This role requires a strong background in the FMCG sector particularly within IT phone and lifestyle appliances sales and distribution and the ability to provide strategic insights to senior leadership.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement a comprehensive internal audit strategy and annual audit plan

Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls risk management and governance processes

Conduct audits across all business units identifying control gaps and recommending improvements

Ensure compliance with regulatory standards company policies and industry best practices

Provide independent and objective assurance to the Chairman and Board of Directors

Prepare and present detailed audit reports highlighting risks and actionable recommendations

Monitor the implementation of audit recommendations and corrective actions

Lead and manage the internal audit team ensuring high performance and accountability

Collaborate with senior management to strengthen operational efficiency and financial integrity

Requirements

First Degree in Accounting (mandatory)

Masters degree required

Must be a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (FCA)

Minimum of 10 years relevant experience in audit with significant leadership exposure

Strong experience within the FMCG sector (preferably IT phones and lifestyle appliances distribution)

Deep knowledge of audit standards risk management and internal control frameworks

Excellent analytical leadership and communication skills

High level of integrity and professionalism

Gender Preference: Male

Reporting Line

Reports directly to the Chairman and Board of Directors

Benefits

Salary & Benefits

net /gross monthly

Required Skills:

Key Responsibilities Develop and implement a comprehensive internal audit strategy and annual audit plan Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls risk management and governance processes Conduct audits across all business units identifying control gaps and recommending improvements Ensure compliance with regulatory standards company policies and industry best practices Provide independent and objective assurance to the Chairman and Board of Directors Prepare and present detailed audit reports highlighting risks and actionable recommendations Monitor the implementation of audit recommendations and corrective actions Lead and manage the internal audit team ensuring high performance and accountability Collaborate with senior management to strengthen operational efficiency and financial integrity Requirements First Degree in Accounting (mandatory) Masters degree required Must be a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (FCA) Minimum of 10 years relevant experience in audit with significant leadership exposure Strong experience within the FMCG sector (preferably IT phones and lifestyle appliances distribution) Deep knowledge of audit standards risk management and internal control frameworks Excellent analytical leadership and communication skills High level of integrity and professionalism Gender Preference: Male Reporting Line Reports directly to the Chairman and Board of Directors

Required Education:

First Degree in Accounting (mandatory) Masters degree required Must be a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (FCA)