Internal Auditor (Downstream) at MacTay Consulting

Locaion: Lekki Phase I, Lagos

Role Purpose

• The Internal Auditor will assist the Director of Internal Audit in implementing the internal audit plan, conducting investigations, performing advisory reviews, following up audit recommendations and coordinating audit work from consultants.

Internal Controls Support:

• Conduct audits in all our subsidiaries: Gather relevant audit information and develop audit announcement letter, internal control questionnaire and work program. Conduct field work, visit project locations, beneficiaries, vendors and partners. Develop audit procedures and draft audit recommendations. Conduct entrance and exit meetings.
• Follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations: Liaise with other businesses and partners to ascertain the completion status of recommendations and draft step reports of recommendation status.
• Conduct investigation reviews: conduct preliminary reviews of investigation cases and conduct or assist in in-depth investigation reviews to identify schemes and responsibilities. Draft investigation reports.
• Conduct advisory reviews: on request of Management provide audit advisory recommendations for specific issues.
• Perform administrative activities relative to the internal audit mandate. Draft quarterly reports, follow up on scheduling etc.
• Write clear and concise reports: develop draft reports, review and analyze management comments for inclusion in final reports.

General:

• Demonstrate extraordinary customer service by fulfilling all   customer requirement within the accepted standards of time, cost and quality.
• Deal with non-negotiable integrity in all matters at the workplace and outside of work.
• Accept responsibilities in different shifts, both outside normal working hours and during official holidays, if required by the organization.
• Represents other business entities at professional meetings, events and conferences.
• Maintain collaborative relationships with business organizations, relevant government agencies and bilateral NGOs and other partners.
• Demonstrate respect for colleagues and promotes work as a team member.
• Perform all other duties, within a reasonable boundary, as assigned by the Director of internal audit from time to time.
• Comply with all the laws and regulations of Nigeria.
• Adhere to our policies and standards.

Qualifications

• CIA, CPA, ACCA, CFE or similar qualification.
• B.Sc. or Master's Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics or equivalent.
• 7 to 10 years of experience in auditing acquired in the downstream sector, top accounting firm and in International development or companies operating in multiple countries.
• Knowledge of Teammate, other auditing software or automated audit software, such as ACL is an asset.

Additional Information
Essential skills and attributes:

• Excellent English oral and written command.
• Consistently maintains a high level of confidentiality and integrity
• Proven ability to develop risk assessments and programs in the audit area and to ensure effective implementation.
• Experience in investigation.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and result- orientation.
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, and relationship building skills.
• Ability to adapt to change quickly and multi- task.
• Objectivity, Resourcefulness and Responsibility.

Desirable skills and attributes:

• Working knowledge of Arabic and French is an asset.
• Good knowledge of and experience with the international community, especially in education, that spans multilateral, bilateral and non-governmental organizations.