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Senior Audit/Internal Control Officer
Platform Finance
Accounting, Auditing & Finance
Lagos Full Time
Banking, Finance & Insurance NGN 250,000 - 400,000
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Job Summary
We are looking to hire an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Audit/Internal Control Officer to join our team in Lagos. The ideal candidate must have a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in a Bank, Microfinance Bank (MFB), or other Financial Institution, with a strong understanding of credit/loan services, and internal risk controls.
- Minimum Qualification : HND
- Experience Level : Mid level
- Experience Length : 4 years
- Working Hours : Full Time
Job Description/Requirements
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement the internal audit plan in line with organizational goals and risk priorities.
- Conduct financial, operational, compliance, and IT audits across departments and business units.
- Assess and monitor the effectiveness of internal control systems and recommend improvements where necessary.
- Identify potential risk areas and report significant audit findings to management with recommendations for corrective actions.
- Ensure adherence to internal policies, procedures, and applicable laws and regulations.
- Follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations and action plans.
- Liaise with external auditors and regulatory bodies as required.
- Prepare and present timely audit reports to management and other relevant stakeholders.
- Train and mentor junior audit staff as needed. Stay up to date with industry trends, standards, and regulations affecting the company.
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Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Professional certification such as ACA, ACCA, or CIA is strongly preferred.
- Minimum of 4–6 years’ relevant experience in internal auditing, control, or risk management.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, auditing standards, and internal control systems.
- Excellent analytical, communication, and report-writing skills.
- High level of integrity and attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant audit software/tools.
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