Internal Auditor at Ascentech Services Limited Full Time

Job Title: Internal Auditor

Location: Isolo, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Department: Internal Audit
Reports To: Audit Manager / Head of Internal Audit

Job Summary

• We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Internal Auditor with approximately 3 years of experience to join our dynamic internal audit team.
• The ideal candidate will assist in the execution of risk-based audits, evaluate internal controls, and provide recommendations to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of our business operations.
• You will work closely with senior audit team members and other departments to identify areas for improvement, mitigate risks, and ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct Internal Audits: Assist in planning and performing internal audits of various business processes, financial statements, and operational activities in line with the audit plan.
• Evaluate Controls: Assess internal controls, policies, and procedures to ensure they are operating effectively and efficiently and comply with regulatory requirements.
• Audit Testing: Perform audit tests, data analysis, and reviews of financial transactions to identify risks, inefficiencies, or fraud, and document findings in audit working papers.
• Report Findings: Prepare clear and concise audit reports, presenting findings and recommendations for improvements in controls and processes to management.
• Risk Identification: Identify areas of potential risk and assist in evaluating the effectiveness of the company’s risk management framework.
• Collaboration: Work closely with different departments and stakeholders to gain an understanding of their operations and provide guidance on internal controls and best practices.
• Follow-Up: Track the implementation of audit recommendations, ensuring corrective actions are completed in a timely manner.
• Continuous Improvement: Support the development and enhancement of internal audit methodologies and tools to improve efficiency and coverage.
• Ad-hoc Projects: Participate in special audits or projects as required by management, including fraud investigations, process improvements, and policy assessments.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: A minimum of 3 years of experience in internal auditing, public accounting, or a related field.
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), audit management software, and ERP systems. Knowledge of data analytics tools (e.g., ACL, IDEA) is a plus.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of auditing principles, accounting standards, internal controls, risk management, and compliance.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a keen eye for detail and the ability to assess complex financial and operational information.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate findings and recommendations to senior management.
• Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently or as part of a team.
• Ethics and Integrity: High ethical standards, with the ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.

Salary
N180,000 per month.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs to: [email protected] using “Internal Auditor (Isolo)” in full as the subject of the mail.