Internal Auditor

Internal Auditor

Fort Knox Group is one of the most diversified security and financial outfits in West Africa with fixed based operation in Nigeria servicing security contracts throughout the West Africa sub-region from its headquarters in Abuja, Nigeria.

The company has a hard-earned reputation for excellent business practices and delivery, built over 95 years of global ...

Internal Auditor

• Job Type Full Time
• Qualification BA/BSc/HND , Professional Certificate
• Experience 10 years
• Location Lagos
• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit
• Salary Range ₦500,000 - ₦750,000/month

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute annual internal audit plans based on identified business risks.
• Review financial records, transactions, processes, and internal controls to identify weaknesses and potential risks.
• Conduct regular audits across departments and business operations.
• Assess the effectiveness of internal controls and recommend improvements.
• Identify financial irregularities, control deficiencies, and potential cases of fraud.
• Prepare detailed audit reports and present findings to management.
• Follow up on audit recommendations and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Evaluate compliance with company policies, procedures, accounting standards, and applicable regulations.
• Conduct risk assessments and provide recommendations to strengthen the organization's risk management framework.
• Review business processes and recommend improvements for efficiency and cost control.
• Maintain proper audit documentation and working papers.
• Support management in investigations and special audit assignments when required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.

• Must be a Chartered Accountant (ACA or equivalent professional qualification).

• Minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience, preferably with significant internal audit experience.

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, internal controls, audit procedures, and risk management.

• Experience in developing and implementing audit plans and control frameworks.

• Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent report-writing and communication skills.

• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and attention to detail.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other relevant accounting / audit software.

• Ability to work independently and engage effectively with senior management.

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