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Senior Internal Audit Officer
Koins Microfinance Bank
Lagos, Nigeria
Permanent
Published 2 months ago · Expires 3 weeks from now
Job description
An established company is recruiting for the following position.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute internal control programs across designated business areas or departments.
- Identify control gaps, weaknesses, and areas of risk; recommend improvements and track the implementation of corrective actions.
- Collaborate with department heads to foster a culture of compliance and continuous improvement.
- Conduct full audit cycles, including risk management and operational effectiveness assessments, ensuring compliance with financial and regulatory requirements.
- Evaluate the adequacy of internal controls and propose enhancements where necessary.
- Ensure adherence to all relevant policies, industry regulations, and government legislation.
- Provide advisory support to senior management on internal audit matters.
- Prepare and present audit reports with clear, actionable recommendations to mitigate risks and improve efficiency.
- Identify process inefficiencies, recommend cost-saving measures, and propose risk mitigation strategies.
- Conduct follow-up audits to ensure management’s corrective actions are effectively implemented.
- Draft audit reports with comprehensive findings and practical recommendations to enhance internal controls and risk management.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Professional certifications such as ACA, ACCA, CIA, or CISA (preferred).
- Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks and risk management principles.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Intermediate level or higher).
- High ethical standards with a commitment to integrity and accountability.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.