Chief Internal Auditor

Location, Ibadan, Oyo state

Job Description
As the Chief Internal Auditor (CIA), you will lead the internal audit function, providing independent and objective assurance to the Board of Directors and Management. You will bring a high level of professionalism to the evaluation of the client's financial, operational, and compliance controls. Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, the CIA serves as a trusted business partner, driving continuous improvement in organizational processes, risk management, and governance frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement an annual risk-based internal audit plan that aligns with the client’s strategic objectives and risk profile.

2. Risk Assessment: Lead the identification and assessment of organizational risks across financial, operational, and compliance domains to establish appropriate audit scopes.

3. Audit Execution: Oversee the conduct of internal assessments, including Test of Design (TOD) and Test of Effectiveness (TOE) for operational processes such as asset management and financial reporting.

4. Board Reporting: Prepare and present comprehensive audit reports, observations, and value-add recommendations directly to the Board of Directors and senior management.

5. Compliance & Frameworks: Maintain a deep understanding of internal policies, auditing frameworks, and current developments in accounting and regulatory standards.

6. Continuous Monitoring: Manage a tracking system for audit records, observations, and action plans, performing periodic follow-ups to ensure management action plans are implemented effectively.

7. Collaboration: Act as a liaison with external auditors and technical partners to coordinate consolidated financial statement audits and process reviews.

8. Special Projects: Coordinate and carry out ad-hoc project work or investigations as directed by the Board or executive management.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.

Experience: A minimum of 15+ years of progressive experience in auditing, with significant experience in a leadership role within an internal audit, risk, or external audit firm. Professional experience with a Big 4 firm is highly desirable.

Certifications: Professional certification is required (e.g., Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), ACA, ACCA, or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)).

Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (specifically Excel data analysis), analytics software, and data visualization tools.

Location: The role is primarily resident in Ibadan, though candidates should be prepared for potential engagement in Lagos as required.

Interpersonal: Exceptional communication skills with the ability to convey complex information confidently to various audiences.

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