Worknigeria | Full-time

INTERNAL CONTROL AND AUDIT OFFICER AT WORKNIGERIA

Victoria island, Lagos, Nigeria | Posted on 01/07/2025

About Company:

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 Description:

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.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. MBA or relevant master's degree is a plus.
  • Professional certifications such as ACA, ACCA, CPA, or CIA are required.
  • Minimum of 7–10 years of experience in internal control, auditing, or risk management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
  • 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 You'll Get:

  • 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.

Salary

N400,000 - N550,000 Monthly

Application Closing Date: 04th July, 2025

Application Instructions:

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs to: careers@worknigeria.com using the job title as the subject of the mail.



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Job Information

Deadline

04/07/2025

Job Type

Full-time

Industry

Audit

Work Level

Experienced

City

Victoria Island

State

Lagos

Country

Nigeria

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