Officer - Internal Audit at Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority

The position holder will assist in the internal audit functions of the NSIA in line with global best practices. He/She will work with the Head of Internal Audit in coordinating Authority-wide control and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned assignments in line with internal auditing standards and international best practice
• Assist in planning and performing financial, operational and compliance audits for all business units of the Authority
• Conduct pre-payment audit checks.
• Effectively track and manaqe the closure of all audit (Internal & External) issues
• Undertake investigations and report on findings as required
• Provide support. advice and guidance to the Authority regarding all areas of operations
• Innovative use of available resources to achieve set targets

Educational Qualification

• A good first degree (or its equivalent) in Accounting or any Finance-related discipline from a reputable institution.
• Professional qualification is desirable (ACIB, CIMA, CISA, CFA, ICAN, ACCA)
• A minimum of 3 years financial services audit experience
• Experience in a reputable audit firm is an advantage.
• Proven ability to demonstrate high level of professionalism. integrity and ethical values
• Attention to details with high degree of accuracy
• Excellent decision making and problem solving skills
• Strong people skills and ability to manage people
• Excellent report writing and oral communication skills
• Resilience and Tenacity
• Good knowledge of

1. Internal audit methodologies
2. Risk management methodologies
3. Corporate governance procedures
4. Accounting standards
5. Auditing guidelines
6. Process engineering