Overview

Worknigeria was established with a Singular Vision. To help the vast Nigerian workforce find meaningful jobs. We are also on a mission to upskill them in the best ways possible and help them grow with and within their careers.

Job Position: Internal Control and Audit Officer
Location: Victoria Island, Lagos

Job  Responsibilities
Internal Controls:

  1. Develop, implement, and continuously improve internal control systems across all subsidiaries.
  2. Conduct risk assessments and establish preventive measures to safeguard the company’s assets and processes.
  3. Ensure compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
  4. Monitor key operational and financial processes and identify areas for strengthening controls.

Internal Audit:

  1. Lead and execute periodic audit plans covering operational, financial, IT, and compliance areas.
  2. Prepare audit programs, conduct audit fieldwork, and issue timely audit reports with actionable recommendations.
  3. Follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations and report status updates to the Board.
  4. Coordinate external audits and support annual statutory audit processes.

Governance & Reporting:

  1. Maintain a high level of communication and transparency with the Board of Directors.
  2. Present internal audit findings and risk assessment reports to the Board regularly.
  3. Recommend improvements in policies, procedures, and workflows to enhance efficiency and accountability.
  4. Collaborate with the leadership of each subsidiary to promote a culture of ethical compliance and risk awareness.

Special Projects:

  1. Conduct investigations of fraud, misconduct, or control failures as directed by the Board.
  2. Support business units in implementing control-based automation where appropriate.
  3. Oversee internal whistleblower programs and manage any associated investigations with confidentiality.

Qualifications

  1. Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. An MBA or a relevant master’s degree is a plus.
  2. Professional certifications such as ACA, ACCA, CPA, or CIA are required.
  3. Minimum of 7–10 years of experience in internal control, auditing, or risk management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
  4. Prior experience in financial services, telecom, IT, or group-level audit functions is highly preferred.

Skills and Competencies:

  1. Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO), risk management, and auditing standards.
  2. Proficient in using audit and reporting tools; familiarity with data analytics tools is an advantage.
  3. High integrity, objectivity, and professional scepticism.
  4. Excellent communication and reporting skills, with the ability to engage senior stakeholders.
  5. Ability to work independently and manage multiple subsidiaries with diverse operational models.

Benefits

  1. Salary: N400,000 – N550,000 Monthly.
  2. An innovative and flexible work culture.
  3. Competitive compensation and performance bonuses.
  4. Training and development are essential for continuous professional development.
  5. Private health insurance.
  6. Employer pension contribution.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs to: careers@worknigeria.com using the job title as the subject of the mail.

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