Head, Corporate Audit at LAPO Microfinance Bank Limited

The Head, Corporate Auditor will provide leadership and direction for the bank’s internal audit function, ensuring effective risk management, control, and governance processes across all operational and strategic areas. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing an independent and objective audit framework that ensures compliance, integrity, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive risk-based audit plan in line with the bank’s strategic objectives.
• Provide leadership and supervision to the internal audit team, ensuring high professional standards.
• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, compliance, and risk management systems.
• Review audit findings and make actionable recommendations to management and the Board Audit Committee.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and professional audit standards.
• Conduct special investigations and advisory reviews as required by management or regulators.
• Collaborate with external auditors, examiners, and other stakeholders.
• Prepare and present periodic audit reports to the Board and Executive Management.

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field (Master’s Degree is an advantage).
• Professional certification such as ACA, ACCA, CIA, CISA or equivalent is mandatory.
• Minimum of 8 years relevant experience, with at least 5 years in a senior audit leadership role (preferably within the banking or financial services sector).