About this role
A leading Manufacturing/FMCG company in Lagos State is seeking an experienced Senior Audit Manager to strengthen its Internal Audit function. The role involves leading risk-based audits, evaluating internal controls, conducting financial and operational audits, ensuring regulatory compliance, identifying business risks, and providing recommendations to improve governance, operational efficiency, and financial integrity. This position is fully onsite and offers a gross monthly salary of ₦2,000,000.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage risk-based audits across the organization, focusing on financial, operational, inventory, and compliance areas
- Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and governance processes, identifying control gaps and recommending practical improvements
- Plan, execute, and report on audits in accordance with professional standards, ensuring timely and high-quality deliverables
- Assess regulatory and compliance requirements and monitor adherence throughout the business
- Identify business risks and provide actionable recommendations to enhance governance, efficiency, and financial integrity
- Collaborate with management to implement audit findings and track remediation efforts
- Maintain strong knowledge of industry best practices in internal audit, risk management, and corporate governance
- Utilize ERP systems and advanced Excel skills to analyze data and support audit conclusions
- Prepare clear, concise audit reports and present findings to senior leadership
Requirements
- 6–8 years of audit experience, preferably within Manufacturing or FMCG sectors
- Professional qualifications such as ICAN, ACA, ACCA, CIA, or an equivalent credential
- Strong knowledge of internal audit, risk management, corporate governance, and financial controls
- Experience conducting financial, operational, inventory, and compliance audits
- Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- Excellent analytical, investigative, and report-writing abilities