External Audit Supervisor at Adebola Sobanjo Company Limited

Job Duties

• Oversees audit planning, field work, and audit reporting; prepares reports, and communicates findings and recommendations to line and senior management.
• Review automated audit work papers prepared by the audit staff to ensure sound audit theory and compliance with the department's methodology.
• Responsible for the daily supervision of audit staff and responsible for the development of audit staff and the completion of performance evaluations.
• Develop annual audit plan and coordinate audit activities.
• Oversee audit planning and reporting activities according to established policies.
• Supervise audit team to ensure quality and on-time delivery.
• Evaluate performance of audit staffs and provide appropriate feedback.
• Assist in risk assessment and mitigation activities.
• Organize training for audit team for skill development.
• Coordinate with team to review audit findings.
• Prepare reports with audit findings and recommendations.
• Assist in developing budgets and timelines for upcoming audits.
• Evaluate current audit procedures and recommend improvements.
• Evaluate and enhance internal controls to improve operational efficiency
• Communicate audit status to management on regular basis.
• Discuss with management about audit observations, recommendations and actions to be taken
• Prepare clear and complete audit work papers and store them in department repository.
• Analyze and resolve audit issues in a timely fashion.

Requirements

• B.Sc / B.A in Accounting, Finance or relevant field
• Should be a Chartered Accountant (ACA, ACCA).

Technical Skills Requirements:

• Proven work experience as an External Auditor – 4 years post ICAN with 2 years hands on leadership experience in similar capacity
• Thorough knowledge of current external auditing techniques, auditing practices, tax consultancy and relevant regulations.
• Experience of the entire audit and Tax process
• Good knowledge of accounting and standards (e.g. GAAP, IFRS)
• Understanding of risk-based auditing and risk and control strategies
• Understanding of Quality & Risk Management procedures
• Compliance with and understanding of regulatory requirements

Additional Skills Requirements:

• Track record of supervising audit teams
• Experience in data analysis and financial reporting
• Track record for writing tenders - Audit / Advisory / Tax / Training / Payroll Management etc.