Head - Internal Audit at GlaxoSmithKline

Job Purpose/Scope       

• •To partner with other audit and compliance groups in leading continuous improvement to achieve reliable risk management framework.
• •For risks that fall within Internal Audit’s universe, to evaluate, advice and report on (a) the processes by which significant risks are managed and (b) the adequacy and effectiveness of systems of internal control with emphasis on financial, commercial and IT processes.
• •Scope of responsibility spans across the 3 business units namely: Consumer Healthcare, Pharmaceutical and GMS.

Key Responsibilities    

• •To assess management of risk across the business, identifying business processes that may present a high or medium risk for the company, with emphasis on financial and business controls and efficiency.
• •Provide regular feedback to the Audit Committee on the adequacy of Internal Controls within the business.
• •Plan and perform financial, operational and compliance audits for all areas.
• •Assess and appraise business operations in order to provide management with an evaluation of internal controls.
• •Ensure compliance with established policies, standard operating procedures, as well as the adequacy of internal controls within business and financial processes and operations.
• •Coordinate, review and approve final audit reports for distribution to GSK senior management.
• •Own the process of self assessment questionnaire (SAQ) administration. Review the Internal Audit Tracking Database to ensure timely and appropriate completion.
• •Coordinate activities during any audit and risk reviews by the Global Audit & Assurance team.
• •Guide the audit team through training and other competency development initiatives and ensure adequate skill & knowledge capability in the audit function.

Qualifications, Experience        

• •Chartered Accountant with minimum of 8 years post qualification experience with background in audit and business partnering.
• •Good knowledge of manufacturing operations.
• •Experience with performing risk assessments of company operations or processes.
• •Good knowledge of IFRS, Nigeria Accounting Standards & audit techniques
• •Working knowledge of tax and regulatory environment.

Competencies

• •Strong leadership & influencing skills
• •Good interpersonal skills
• •Ability to handle sensitivity/ confidentiality levels appropriately
• •Analytical mind
• •Customer focus and sense of urgency
• •Ability to identify and implement process improvement