Job Summary
The candidate will assist the Head of Internal Audit / Control in planning, executing and reporting on all audits / reviews involving the various departments, strategic business units and entities within the Group.
The candidate will act as a support to the steward of all audit strategies, structures and processes within the Group.
The role will formulate and execute company control processes, and complete daily, weekly, and monthly accounts reconciliations by identifying and reconciling differences, escalating issues, and communicating results to executive management and colleagues.
The role will provide reasonable assurance to Executive Management and the Board of Directors that audit, control, and governance systems are functioning as intended and will enable the organization’s objectives and goals to be met.
The role reports directly to the Head of Internal Audit / Control and must provide heads up about important issues and operational violations

Key Tasks:
Budget & Budgetary control
Daily call-over reviews and accounts reconciliation
Revenue and cost assurance
Special investigations and audit reviews

Responsibilities
Determine internal audit scope and develop annual internal audit plans
Perform and control the full audit cycle
Maintain open communication with management and audit committee
Document process and prepare audit findings report for executive management, the audit committee and the Board
Provide advice on internal control and participates in enhancing internal audit standards and practices
Contributes, as appropriate, in the year-end financial audit with the external auditor
Conduct special audits as required by management and issue results
Conduct follow up audits to monitor management’s interventions
Prepare and manage the internal audit budget
Review audit work performed by staff for completion and accuracy
Recommend revisions and/or additions to policies and procedures in order to improve operations as well as internal controls.
Obtain, analyse and evaluate accounting documentation, previous reports, data, flowcharts etc.
Prepare and present reports that reflect audit’s results and document process
Act as an objective source of independent advice to ensure validity, legality and goal achievement
Plan financial, regulatory, operational and other reviews/audits
Conduct risk assessments and identifies controls in place to mitigate identified risks
Analyse the effectiveness and efficiency of control environment and identify loopholes/control gaps as well as recommend risk aversion measures and opportunities for improvement
Document the results of audit work in accordance with audit department and the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) and the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) standards
Engage to continuous knowledge development regarding sector’s rules, regulations, best practices, tools, techniques and performance standards

Competencies
Proven knowledge of auditing standards and procedures, laws, rules and regulations
Contributes to high performing teams – Supervision of staff to follow sound internal control practices
Acts as a team player – Collaborate and supporting colleagues and peers across the organization, while still being able to work independently when needed
Results oriented – Meet deadlines on assignments and juggle multiple demands
Excellent communication and leadership skills that foster a strong team environment and create a high-trust culture
Sound independent judgement
Tenacity and Ethics
High attention to detail and excellent analytical skills
Inspire trust and confidence in the business’s leadership and management
Proven track record on interacting with Executive Management and Board of Directors
Proven knowledge of auditing standards and procedures, laws, rules and regulations
Demonstrated track record as a relationship builder, team player, collaborator, coach and facilitator
Knowledge of corporate governance practices
Ability to analyze data
Ability to read large volumes of documents effectively and extract necessary information
In-depth understanding of the organization’s business issues
Proficient at Excel, MS Word, and Power point
Excellent reporting, written and oral communication skills
Excellent proof-reading and strong skills in negotiation.
Developed ability to produce reports and presentations to a professional standard

Qualifications
Graduate Degree in Accounting or Finance or a related field. MBA or Master’s degree will be an added advantage.
ACA/ACCA/CIA or other relevant certification is required
Minimum of five (5) years experiences in internal audit performing risk-based auditing preferably in the financial servicing industry.

To apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@vfdgroup.com with the position applied for as heading.

Application Deadline: 12th November, 2019