Internal Audit Specialist, Investigation at Dangote

We are looking to hire an Internal Audit Specialist, Investigation. This individual will be responsible for spearheading and assisting with investigations, primarily aimed at supporting the Team Lead and the GCIA by offering assurance to management and the Board. The position emphasizes fraud risk management, adherence to policies and procedures, and assessing the effectiveness of the risk management framework and control environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the team lead in planning, organising and supervising the activities of the DCP GIAD and providing quality assurance on work done by the investigation teams.
• Responsible for planning and conducting investigations on a timely basis in accordance with internal audit methodology.
• Assist the team lead in developing a comprehensive investigation plan for the Group as part of the annual internal audit Plan
• Experience in carrying out complex investigations including evidence collection, analysis interviewing techniques and report writing/ communication.
• Coordinate whistleblowing awareness activities including training local staff and management.
• Conducts the investigation of Whistleblowing cases and report to executive and Anti-Fraud Committee as may be requested from subsidiaries within the Group.
• Maintain a dashboard for all reported WB cases and track the implementation of the investigation recommendations.
• Provide recommendations for enhancing controls that fail during investigations and to ensure remediation by the end of the reporting period.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 6 - 9 years relevant experience in IT audit.
• CISA, CRISC, or other relevant professional certification.
• Good knowledge and understanding of finance best practices, IFRS and other applicable accounting standards.
• Familiarity with common indicators of fraud and error.
• Working knowledge of accounting packages and systems, including SAP.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail, critical thinking and analytical skills.