Internal Control and Audit Officer Job at Worknigeria

Worknigeria was established with a Singular Vision. To help the vast Nigerian workforce find meaningful jobs. We are also on a mission to upskill them in the best ways possible and help them grow with and within their careers.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Internal Control and Audit Officer

Job Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time (Hybrid)
Reports to: Management

Key Responsibilities
Internal Controls:

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve internal control systems across all subsidiaries.
• Conduct risk assessments and establish preventive measures to safeguard the company’s assets and processes.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
• Monitor key operational and financial processes and identify areas for strengthening controls.

Internal Audit:

• Lead and execute periodic audit plans covering operational, financial, IT, and compliance areas.
• Prepare audit programs, conduct audit fieldwork, and issue timely audit reports with actionable recommendations.
• Follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations and report status updates to the Board.
• Coordinate external audits and support annual statutory audit processes.

Governance & Reporting:

• Maintain a high level of communication and transparency with the Board of Directors.
• Present internal audit findings and risk assessment reports to the Board regularly.
• Recommend improvements in policies, procedures, and workflows to enhance efficiency and accountability.
• Collaborate with the leadership of each subsidiary to promote a culture of ethical compliance and risk awareness.

Special Projects:

• Conduct investigations of fraud, misconduct, or control failures as directed by the Board.
• Support business units in implementing control-based automation where appropriate.
• Oversee internal whistleblower programs and manage any associated investigations with confidentiality.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. MBA or relevant master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 7–10 years of experience in internal control, auditing, or risk management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Professional certifications such as ACA, ACCA, CPA, or CIA are required.
• Prior experience in financial services, telecom, IT, or group-level audit functions is highly preferred.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO), risk management, and auditing standards.
• Proficient in using audit and reporting tools; familiarity with data analytics tools is an advantage.
• High integrity, objectivity, and professional skepticism.
• Excellent communication and reporting skills, with the ability to engage senior stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple subsidiaries with diverse operational models.

What We Offer / Benefits

• Salary: N400,000 - N550,000 Monthly.
• An innovative and flexible work culture.
• Competitive compensation and performance bonuses.
• Training and development to ensure continuous professional development.
• Private health insurance.
• Employer pension contribution.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs to: careers@worknigeria.com using the Job Position as the subject of the mail.