Internal Auditor

Responsibilities

• Preparing and implementing internal audit plans and programmes.
• Conducting audits of financial, operational and administrative activities of the organization.
• Reviewing financial records, transactions, procedures and internal controls to ensure compliance with approved policies and applicable laws.
• Assessing the effectiveness of internal control systems and recommending improvements.
• Identifying financial, operational, and compliance risks and advising management on appropriate corrective measures.
• Conducting investigations into suspected fraud, irregularities and misuse of organizational resources when assigned.
• Following up on the implementation of internal and external audit recommendations.
• Preparing and submitting internal audit reports to management and relevant committees.
• Maintaining proper and confidential audit working papers and records.
• Advising management on risk management, governance, and control matters.
• Performing any other duties as may be assigned by Principal/ Governing Board.

Requirements

• A detailed and updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Copies of relevant academic and professional certificates.
• Copies of relevant professional registration/membership certificates, where applicable.
• A copy of a valid National Identification Card (NIDA), where applicable.
• Names and contact details of at least three referees.

Qualifications

• Holder of a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Auditing, or a related field from a recognized institution.
• Must be a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or hold an equivalent recognized professional accounting qualification.
• Membership of NBAA or eligibility for membership will be an added advantage.
• Relevant working experience in internal auditing, accounting, finance or a related field will be an added advantage.
• Must have good knowledge of accounting principles, auditing standards, internal controls, and applicable laws and regulations.
• Must possess good analytical, communication, and report-writing skills and good knowledge of IPSAS.
• Computer literacy, particularly in accounting/auditing software and Microsoft Office applications, is required.

Skills