About this role
A reputable hospitality company is recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Internal Auditor
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Summary
- We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Internal Auditor to independently assess the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management processes, and operational compliance across the organisation.
- The successful candidate will identify financial and operational risks, evaluate existing procedures, and recommend improvements that strengthen accountability, minimise losses, and enhance performance.
- The role requires a thorough understanding of hospitality operations, especially cash management, inventory, payroll, procurement, and revenue assurance.
Key Responsibilities
Internal Audit and Risk Management:
- Develop and execute risk-based internal audit plans covering financial, operational, and administrative activities.
- Conduct periodic and unannounced departmental audits to assess adherence to established policies, procedures, and controls.
- Identify financial irregularities, operational inefficiencies, control weaknesses, and potential fraud risks.
- Evaluate risk management processes and recommend measures to safeguard company assets.
- Review compliance with standard operating procedures and relevant regulatory requirements.
Financial and Operational Controls:
- Audit daily cash collections, bank reconciliations, revenue records, and payment transactions for accuracy and completeness.
- Review stock receipts, transfers, consumption, wastage, and periodic inventory counts.
- Examine procurement transactions, vendor payments, purchase approvals, and supporting documentation.
- Audit payroll records, benefits, deductions, and other personnel-related expenses.
- Evaluate controls around food and beverage sales reconciliation, stock consumption, and cost management.
Reporting and Compliance:
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Prepare clear audit reports describing findings, risk implications, and recommended corrective action.
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Present findings to management and agree on practical actions and timelines.
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Track implementation of audit recommendations and perform follow-up reviews.
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Maintain complete audit working papers and supporting documentation.
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Work with departmental heads to improve controls and operational accountability.
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Qualifications and Requirements
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Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
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Professional certification in ICAN, ACCA, or CIA.
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At least 5 years of relevant experience in internal audit, risk management, or financial controls.
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Previous auditing experience in the hospitality industry is mandatory.
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Strong knowledge of internal controls, audit methodologies, financial reporting, and hospitality revenue and inventory processes.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and relevant accounting or audit software.
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Excellent analytical, investigative, reporting, and problem-solving skills.
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High integrity, confidentiality, professional judgement, and attention to detail.
Salary
Negotiable.
Application Closing Date
4th December, 2026.
Note: This Is an Urgent Hire.