Head of Internal Audit at Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria

Responsibilities

• Designs and supervises the implementation of an effective internal control system and audit frame work for the Bank
• Investigates all cases of non-compliance or infractions of internal policies, procedures and external regulatory standards as well as make recommendations to management as applicable.
• Prepares the Bank’s annual audit plan.
• Manages performance of audit assignments, reviews work papers and audit reports.
• Schedules and plans audit exercise; initiates project planning, assess risk and develop audit direction
• Performs preliminary planning and establishes direction for audits, provides leadership to assigned auditors, manage project to quality outcomes
• Performs audit work, including plan preparation, work papers, finding, and associated reports; verifies the accuracy of financial records as they pertain to assets, liabilities, receipts, expenditures, and related transactions
• Carry out other duties and responsibilities, as may be assigned by the Managing Director or by the Board.

Job Requirements

• A first degree in Banking, Finance, Accounting and or any other related discipline.
• Possession of a Master’s degree and or professional qualifications shall be an added advantage.
• Possession of an MCIB certification with a minimum of eight years banking experience and directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified above.
• Must not be older than 45 years of age.

Skills and Competencies:

• Sound knowledge of auditing concepts, principles, standards, policies and procedures
• High sense of responsibility, accountability, integrity and ethical standards
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Good strategic thinking and problem solving skills
• Process and operations re-engineering skills.
• Knowledge of financial record keeping procedures, laws, regulations, and standards