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Head of Audit Lagos, Nigeria
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29 September 2026 (2 days ago)
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27 December 2026
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1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
HIRING Head of Audit
Location: Lagos Nigeria
Our client is a fast-growing player in Nigerias downstream oil and gas sector. Dedicated to driving excellence integrity and efficient distribution of petroleum products they operate an expansive retail network that delivers quality fuel lubricants and allied services to consumers across Nigeria.
The company is seeking to hire a Head of Audit who will oversee the internal audit risk management and compliance function for the company. This role will establish robust risk frameworks conduct comprehensive financial operational and station wet-stock audits and provide independent assurance to Executive Management and the Board.
Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
- Formulate and execute the annual risk-based internal audit plan covering retail stations depots transport operations corporate finance and procurement.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of internal control systems identify operational vulnerabilities and recommend improvements to prevent fraud financial leakage and inventory theft.
- Design and lead field audits across retail stations and terminals focusing on dip reconciliation cash control product receiving and inventory variance investigations.
- Conduct deep-dive financial audits revenue assurance tests procurement reviews and special investigations into suspected irregularities or compliance breaches.
- Prepare clear actionable audit reports detailing findings business risks and management recommendations; track implementation of audit remediation plans.
- Monitor organizational adherence to statutory requirements tax laws NMDPRA regulations and corporate policies.
Requirements
Key Requirements:
- Bachelors Degree in Accounting Finance or a related discipline.
- Full Certification (ICAN or ACCA) is mandatory. Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or CISA is an added advantage.
- Minimum of 810 years progressive internal or external audit experience including at least 35 years in a leadership role. Experience within downstream oil and gas (retail) operations is preferred.
- Extensive knowledge of wet-stock auditing inventory reconciliation accounting software (e.g. Zoho Books QuickBooks) forensic investigation and risk analysis.
- High level of integrity objectivity sharp analytical acumen and strong report-writing skills.
Benefits
Compensation:
Negotiable
Negotiable
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Key Requirements: Bachelors Degree in Accounting Finance or a related discipline. Full Certification (ICAN or ACCA) is mandatory. Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or CISA is an added advantage. Minimum of 810 years progressive internal or external audit experience including at least 35 years in a leadership role. Experience within downstream oil and gas (retail) operations is preferred. Extensive knowledge of wet-stock auditing inventory reconciliation accounting software (e.g. Zoho Books QuickBooks) forensic investigation and risk analysis. High level of integrity objectivity sharp analytical acumen and strong report-writing skills.
