Internal Audit Officer at Vixa Pharmacy
Vixa Pharmacy
Lagos, Nigeria
Permanent
Published 1 month ago · Expires 3 weeks from now
Job description
## Title: Internal Audit Officer
About the Role
We invite applications from suitably qualified candidates for the position of Internal Audit Officer at Vixa Pharmacy in Lagos, Nigeria.
Key Responsibilities
- Reconcile stock records using accepted accounting and statistical procedures
- Conduct weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual reviews of audit report plans
- Collect and analyze data to detect deficient controls, duplicated effort, extravagance, fraud, or non-compliance with laws, regulations, and management policies
- Verify assets and liabilities by comparing items to documentation
- Ensure compliance with established internal control procedures by examining records, reports, operating practices, and documentation
- Complete audit work-papers by documenting audit tests and findings
- Review data about material assets, net worth, liabilities, capital stock, surplus, income, and expenditures
- Communicate audit findings by preparing final reports and discussing findings with auditees
- Identify loopholes and recommend risk aversion measures and cost savings
- Prepare and present reports that reflect audit results and document processes
- Examine inventory to verify journal and ledger entries
Qualifications
- Minimum HND or B.Sc. in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related Social Sciences
- Minimum 2 years' experience in a reputable organization
- Good knowledge of accounting software (e.g., SAGE)
- Professional qualification in Audit is advantageous
Required Skills and Attributes
- Self-motivation and determination
- Confidence and keen interest in the financial system
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including presentation and report writing abilities
- Advanced computer skills in MS Office, accounting software (SAGE), and databases
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Ability to work to deadlines and under pressure