Internal Auditor - COISCO, Lagos

This vacancy presents a chance to join a leading organization. Position Overview:

• The Internal Auditor will be responsible for independently evaluating the effectiveness of internal controls, financial processes, operational procedures, and compliance systems across all company locations (stations, depots, and offices).

• The role focuses strongly on loss prevention, risk management, and process improvement within an oil & gas environment.

Key Responsibilities: Audit & Control:

• Conduct routine and surprise audits across retail stations, depots, and head office operations

• Review financial records, cash handling processes, fuel stock management, and reconciliation reports

• Ensure adherence to approved SOPs, internal control policies, and management directives

• Identify control gaps, revenue leakages, fraud risks, and operational inefficiencies

Risk & Compliance

• Assess operational, financial, and compliance risks and recommend mitigation measures

• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, company policies, and regulatory standards

• Monitor implementation of audit recommendations and follow up on corrective actions

Loss Prevention & Fraud Management

• Detect, investigate, and report cases of financial irregularities, fraud, and operational abuse

• Support management in strengthening controls to reduce losses and prevent recurrence

Reporting & Advisory

• Prepare clear, timely audit reports with practical recommendations

• Present audit findings to the Head of Audit and CEO and support decision-making

• Provide advisory support on process improvement and control enhancement

Required Qualifications: & Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field

• Professional certification (ICAN, ACCA, CIA or equivalent) is an added advantage

• Minimum of 3–5 years’ experience in internal audit, preferably within oil & gas, retail, or FMCG

• Strong understanding of internal control systems, risk management, and audit procedures

• Experience auditing fuel stations or multi-location operations is a strong plus

• Reside in Imo State or ready to relocate to Imo State- Ogbaku Environ

Skills: & Competencies:

• High attention to detail and strong analytical skills

• Strong integrity, independence, and professional judgment

• Ability to identify patterns, risks, and operational loopholes

• Excellent reporting and documentation skills

• Good communication and interpersonal skills

• Willingness to travel frequently to company ...