Internal Audit Lead at Sahara Group

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for proactively identifying and communicating potential process improvements and audit methodology for Egbin. 
• Estimate and report on expected time of completion of work, and maintain records of work. accomplished and time expended and prepare reports to include the preparation of audit reports.
• Preparation of draft reports, reviews of the drafts with clients, preparation of the final reports incorporating client comments as appropriate and submission of the final reports for review. 
• Coordinate and maintain a system of quality control to ensure compliance with applicable auditing standards. 
• Plan and conduct highly complex audits. 
• Examine the management operations, internal control systems and accounting records for adequacy.
• Recommend and advise the Head of Internal Audit regarding changes in business processes and accounting and management procedures. 
• Determine the correct scope of audits related to business processes, the platforms and information systems supporting the business processes. 
• Review and assess the effectiveness, efficiency, confidentiality, integrity, availability, compliance and reliability of information systems and the data therein. 
• Utilize computer-assisted audit techniques to conduct audits. 
• Prepare and follow audit programs to ensure audit objectives are met and risk areas are covered. 
• Perform follow-up audits on recommendations from prior audit reports.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or any relevant course 
• Postgraduate qualification will be an added advantage. 
• Relevant professional certification (e.g., CIA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CFA) is a must.
• Minimum of eight (8) years of relevant work experience with at least three (3) years in a supervisory role.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Excellent understanding of the standards of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) and ability to fully comply with IIA standards. 
• Good knowledge of accounting principles, methods and systems 
• Ability to supervise auditors to follow sound internal control practices and to manage risks appropriately.
• Strong skills in negotiating, relationship building, problem-solving, and timely problem escalation.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills. 
• Good knowledge of the standard techniques and methods for detecting fraud.
• Strong report writing and documentation skills. 
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Power BI) 
• Proficiency in accounting software and applications
• Excellent time management and organizational skills 
• Strong analytical and investigative skills.