Internal Audit Manager

Hiring: Internal Audit Manager
Location: Ngor Okpalla, Imo
Employment Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement a risk-based internal audit strategy and annual audit plan.
Lead operational, financial, compliance, and internal control audits across feed mill operations, poultry production, procurement, inventory, finance, payroll, sales, and technology.
Evaluate the effectiveness of governance, enterprise risk management, and internal control systems.
Conduct audits of inventory, warehouse operations, procurement, production, payroll, fixed assets, and cash management processes.
Lead fraud risk assessments and support investigations into suspected irregularities.
Present audit findings, risk assessments, and recommendations to Executive Management and the Board Audit & Risk Committee.
Monitor the implementation of agreed audit actions and promote a culture of accountability, compliance, and continuous improvement.
Lead, coach, and develop the Internal Audit team while maintaining the independence and integrity of the audit function.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
ACA, ACCA, CPA, or an equivalent professional accounting qualification is strongly preferred.
CIA (Certified Internal Auditor) is highly desirable. Additional certifications such as CISA, CFE, or CRMA will be an added advantage.
Minimum of 8 years' experience in Internal Audit, Internal Controls, Risk Management, Compliance, or Assurance within a manufacturing, agribusiness, poultry, feed mill, or similar operational environment.
At least 3 years' experience leading audit engagements or managing an Internal Audit function.
Strong understanding of risk-based auditing, fraud risk management, corporate governance, and internal control frameworks.
Demonstrated experience auditing inventory-intensive operations, procurement, production, warehouse management, payroll, and ERP systems.
Strong analytical, investigative, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Experience using ERP systems and audit analytics tools such as Excel, SQL, Power BI, ACL, or IDEA is an advantage.

Why Join Us?

Opportunity to build and lead the Internal Audit function within one of Nigeria's growing integrated agribusinesses.
Executive-level role with direct exposure to senior leadership and the Board.
Competitive remuneration and career growth opportunities.
Opportunity to contribute to operational excellence, governance, and sustainable business growth.

Application Closing Date
12th August, 2026.

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