About Company: Our client is a market leader, reputable and well-established Engineering and Construction business located in the south-south region of Nigeria. Job Objective: The Company is seeking to hire a competent Head, Internal Control and Audit that will be charged with the strategic and operational responsibilities of executing audit plans according to professional standards and communicate all relevant findings especially critical or potentially significant ones. The ideal candidate must have an extensive experience in managing the department’s overall activities as an auditor and should be licensed in professional accounting/auditing association. Competencies and Skills Requirements
High level of integrity, professionalism, and compliance to acceptable norms and corporate values.
Knowledge of auditing, internal audit standards, fraud awareness, and professional ethical standards.
Familiarity with common indicators of fraud and error.
Planning and Process improvement skills.
Healthy professional skepticism.
Attention to detail and critical thinking.
Investigation and analytical skills.
Good report writing skills.
Working knowledge of accounting principles and standards.
Working knowledge of financial reporting standards (local and international).
Excellent understanding and interpretation of financial statements.
Knowledge of internal auditing standards, responsibilities, code of ethics, and certification.
Working industry knowledge e.g. Construction, Engineering etc for specific business operations.
Good knowledge of industry program policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.
Knowledge of Microsoft Navision Business Central or other ERP systems and workflows.
Key Requirements
A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Management, Social Sciences or in any related field.
A Master’s Degree in business-related field or management is an added advantage.
Membership of ICAN, ACCA, ANAN, CIMA, IIA, CISA or a recognized professional accounting/auditing association is required.
Minimum of 10 years working experience in auditing role.
Prior team lead experience.
Sound knowledge of and ability to review control environments, identify control weaknesses and recommend suitable improvements to existing control environment.
Sound knowledge and experience in auditing of operations, and information systems particularly ERP, Integrated Audit Approach.
Understanding of accounting and financial statements and understanding of local and international accounting standards.
Understanding of audit policies and procedures, investigation principles and practice.