Team Lead Audit and Internal Control

Function: Audit & Internal Control
Reporting to: Head Audit & Internal Control
Location: Lagos
Travel Frequency: Occassional

Purpose of the Job

To ensure the adequacy and application of internal control systems operating within the organization and play a major role in developing, implementing, and monitoring the application of ipNX’s Risk and management of policies and procedures.

Expected Key Results

Conduct audits of departments/functional areas in accordance with timelines
Conduct audit testing of potential risk areas and identify reportable issues
To conduct any reviews or tasks requested by Management
Actively participates in the development of Internal Control/Audit policies
Provide practical recommendations to management to minimize risk resulting from poor internal controls
Continuous review of policies, processes, and procedures to match up to best practices
Provide assurance that processes and procedures are complied with to avoid operational losses
Provide assurance that controls are in place and are effective and adequate and make recommendations where necessary
Conduct monthly reviews of the management account.
Track resolution of all audit / control recommendations and ensure compliance within agreed timeline.
Assist in developing strong Policies and Standard Operating Procedures
Ensure Policy/Procedure/Regulatory Compliance on transactions or reports initiated by various process owners.
Create and improve homogenous Compliance Culture across all SBU’s/departments and ensure that it aligns with the control and business objectives of the company.
Institute and enforce aggressive Revenue Assurance and Cost reduction Strategies/Tactics to ensure zero% income leakages
Actively follow up on all open issues in the Internal Audit Report.
Periodic review of system/product changes to ensure requisite approvals are in place.
Conduct spot checks, stock take and other functions as may be assigned from time to time
Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned by Head, Internal Audit and Management
Educational Qualifications

University Degree in Accounting, Economics, Banking & Finance (2.1 Minimum)
ICAN/ACCA certified
Functional Skills:

Minimum of 6 years’ experience performing Internal Control/Audit function
Advanced knowledge of auditing processes/procedures
Ability to balance detail with departmental goals/objectives
Ability to coordinate and perform multiple tasks/projects simultaneously, balancing priorities and deliverables.
Competent interpersonal skills, demonstrating the ability to lead projects and
mentor others
Ability to evaluate business processes, identify risks and evaluate controls.
Advanced investigative and analytical skills
Ability to translate business needs and problems into viable and accepted solutions.
Ability to liaise with individuals across a wide variety of operational, functional, and technical disciplines.
Advanced oral and written communication skills
Ability to work independently
Organizational and time management skills
Ability to share and impart knowledge
Good interpersonal relationship
Good project management skills