Chief Officer, Internal Audit at Dangote

Reference No: OkpellaPlantAudit003
Location: Okpella, Edo
Category: DCP - Internal Audit

Job Summary

• To execute Audit plan according to professional standards and communicate all relevant findings especially critical or potentially significant ones.

Job Responsibilities

• Analyse financial statements and document insights/finding / recommendations.
• Present findings/recommendations in an agreed format as determined by the Head of Audit.
• Adhere to key accounting and audit standards & principles in performing Audit tasks.
• Support Specialist Corporate Control in ensuring the objective of the audit team is achieved in a timely manner and within budget.
• Engage in field survey to get required information on units/departments to be audited.
• Review the capital and operational budget.
• Report on financial fraud and/or irregularities identified during audit and recommend remedial action.
• Conduct assessment on the operational procedures and processes of the organisation.

Requirements
Educational Qualification:

• A First Degree in Accounting or any related discipline.
• A Master’s Degree in Accounting would be an added advantage.

Professional Qualification:

• Associate Membership of the following professional bodies is a Must: Certified Institute of Auditors (CIA), Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), Association of Certified Chartered Accountants (ACCA).

Desired Experience:

• 6 - 12 years Financial and Operational Audit work experience.
• Experience across multiple industries/markets e.g. Manufacturing, Energy, Utilities etcetera.
• Big 4, Global corporate or international work experience is a distinct advantage.
• International work experience is an added advantage.

Competency Requirements:

• Familiarity with common indicators of fraud and error.
• Healthy professional skepticism.
• Attention to detail and critical thinking.
• Investigation and analytical skills.
• Working knowledge of Accounting principles and standards.
• Working knowledge of financial reporting standards (local and international)
• Excellent understanding and interpretation of financial statements.
• Knowledge of internal auditing standards, responsibilities, code of ethics, and certification.
• Working industry knowledge e.g. Manufacturing, Energy, etc for specific business operations.
• Good knowledge of industry program policies, procedures, regulations and laws
• Knowledge of SAP or other ERP systems.

Benefits

• Private Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Training & Development.