Jobs Description

 VACANCY FOR AN INTERNAL AUDIT OFFICER (job ref: IAO-12)

Job Description

Our client, an umbrella association that conducts examinations and awards professional certifications to medical practitioners [across West Africa] seeks the services of an Internal Audit Officer. The ideal holder of this office will oversee the control of the full audit cycle that include risk and control management, governance, financial reliability and compliance with all applicable directives and regulations of the College.

Job Location:  Lagos         

Responsibilities & duties

The internal Auditor will audit the process of operation, company’s asset, payroll, and ensure standards are being followed
Draw up operating standards to be followed by staff
Determine internal audit scope and develop annual plans
Identify and assess the organizations wide risks during all reviews; feed results of such into audit reviews and risk management system
Plan, scope and execute internal audit reviews in line with IIA standards
Present line manager with recommendations and improvements to ensure compliance and improve business efficiency
Act as an objective source of independent advice to ensure validity, legality and goal achievements
Prepare drafts of internal audit reports
Build and maintain key management relationships across all operations
Administrative support (tracking, follow-ups, etc.)
Identify loopholes and recommend risk aversion measures as well as cost savings
Provide ad hoc support on internal audit or other activities as and when required
Provide assistance in the finance/accounts unit as and when required
Conduct follow up audits to monitor management’s interventions
Any other duties of similar responsibilities assigned by line manager from time to time.