Internal Audit Manager

Job title : Internal Audit Manager

Job Location : Lagos Deadline : September 25, 2026 Quick Recommended Links

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KEY PURPOSE OF JOB

The Internal Audit manager will be responsible for performing the full audit cycle of the risk management and internal control systems’ effectiveness, financial reliability and compliance with all applicable directives and regulations. He/she will determine the internal audit scope and develop the annual plans.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform and control the full audit cycle, including risk management and control management over operations’ effectiveness, financial reliability and compliance with all applicable directives and regulations
• Determine internal audit scope and develop annual plans
• Obtain, analyse and evaluate accounting documentation, previous reports, data, flowcharts, etc.
• Prepare and present reports that reflect the audit's results and document the process
• Act as an objective source of independent advice to ensure validity, legality and goal achievement
• Identify loopholes and recommend risk aversion measures and cost savings
• Maintain open communication with management and the audit committee.
• Document the process and prepare an audit findings memorandum
• Conduct follow-up audits to monitor management’s interventions
• Engage in continuous knowledge development regarding the sector's rules, regulations, best practices, tools, techniques and performance standards

SKILLS

• Audit planning and scheduling
• Audit advisory
• Investigations
• Strong analytics
• Strategy
• Good communication skills (oral & written)
• Computer applications (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

EDUCATION: Good bachelor's degree in an accounting- or finance-related field

EXPERIENCE: 6–7 years’ experience in Internal Audit & Control (at least 3 years in a managerial or supervisory role)

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP OR REGISTRATION:

• ACCA (Certified Chartered Accountant) or ICAN (Institute of Chartered Accountants)
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA). – Will be an added advantage