About this role
Internal Audit Executive
Posted: Jul 16, 2026
- Job Type Full Time
- Qualification BA/BSc/HND , Professional Certificate
- Experience 3 – 5 years
- Location Lagos
- Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit
Job Summary
- The Internal Audit Executive is responsible for evaluating the effectiveness of the organization's internal controls, risk management processes, governance framework, and operational efficiency.
- The role conducts risk-based audits, identifies control gaps, ensures compliance with policies and regulatory requirements, and provides recommendations that strengthen business processes, safeguard assets, and improve organizational performance.
Key Responsibilities
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Execute risk-based internal audits in accordance with the approved annual audit plan.
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Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, governance, and risk management processes.
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Review financial, operational, procurement, inventory, and compliance activities to ensure adherence to company policies and statutory requirements.
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Identify control weaknesses, operational inefficiencies, fraud risks, and process improvement opportunities.
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Conduct audit testing, data analysis, investigations, and fact-finding exercises to support audit conclusions.
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Prepare clear and timely audit reports with practical recommendations and agreed management action plans.
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Monitor and follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations to ensure timely closure of audit findings.
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Support investigations into suspected fraud, financial irregularities, and policy violations.
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Verify the accuracy of financial records, inventory, fixed assets, and operational transactions where required.
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Promote a culture of compliance, accountability, and continuous improvement across the organization.
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Maintain complete audit working papers and documentation in line with professional audit standards.
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Qualifications & Experience
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Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
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Professional certification (ACA, ACCA, CIA, CISA, or equivalent) is an advantage.
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3–5 years of experience in Internal Audit, External Audit, Risk Management, Compliance, or Finance.
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Experience across FMCG, Manufacturing, Financial Services, Retail, or other structured corporate environments is preferred.
Core Competencies:
- Internal Audit & Risk Assessment
- Internal Control Evaluation
- Financial & Operational Auditing
- Compliance & Regulatory Knowledge
- Fraud Detection & Investigation
- Data Analysis & Reporting
- Business Process Improvement
- Analytical & Critical Thinking
- Attention to Detail
- Problem Solving & Decision Making
- Communication & Report Writing
- Stakeholder Management
- Integrity, Confidentiality & Professional Ethics