Internal Audit/Control Officer at Meyer Plc

Who do we seek?

Our company is on the hunt for a talented and experienced Internal Audit/Control Officer with prior manufacturing Industry experience. Prior experience in a medium to big Paint manufacturing company will also be an ideal fit.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Perform and control the full audit cycle including risk management and control management over operations’ effectiveness, financial reliability and compliance with all applicable directives and regulations.
• Determine internal audit scope and develop annual plans.
• Obtain, analyze and evaluate accounting documentation, previous reports, data, flowcharts etc.
• Prepare and present reports that reflect the audit’s results and document the process.
• Act as an objective source of independent advice to ensure validity, legality and goal achievement.
• Identify loopholes and recommend risk aversion measures and cost savings.
• Maintain open communication with management and the audit committee.
• Document process and prepare audit findings memorandum.
• Conduct follow-up audits to monitor management’s interventions.
• Engage in continuous knowledge development regarding the sector’s rules, regulations, best practices, tools, techniques and performance standards.
• Proactively seek and recommend enhancements to processes and development.
• Utilize analytical techniques and statistical analysis to develop and optimize credit risk strategies for portfolios to meet pre-defined goals.

Overall Key Responsibilities:

• Team-building skills with a high level of integrity
• Excellent presentation skills
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Proven working experience as an Internal Audit 
• Advanced computer skills in MS Office, MS spreadsheet, & PowerPoint accounting software and databases
• Ability to manipulate large amounts of data and compile detailed reports.
• Proven knowledge of auditing standards and procedures, laws, rules and regulations
• High attention to detail and excellent analytical skills
• Sound independent judgement

Your Minimum Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance, Economics and Business Management
• A master's degree will be an added advantage

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years cognate experience preferably at a Supervisory level in the manufacturing industry.

Key Competencies

About Your Expertise

• Competencies in Audit and Compliance.
• Excellent organizational and people management skills.
• Outstanding communication (verbal & and written) and presentation skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing and challenging situations.
• Demonstrated commitment to ethical standards and a high level of integrity.

About You

• Strong operational analysis and decision-making skills.
• Creative thinking and ability to proffer solutions to address technical challenges.
• Strong systems, process, and best practice experience.
• Demonstrate a high level of integrity.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.

Budget: N120,000.00 – N150,000.00 (net)