Internal Auditor - Business Process & Operations - Jumia at Jumia Nigeria

Department: Internal Audit

Job Objectives

• The “Internal Auditor, Business Processes & Operations” is responsible for evaluating the adequacy and operational effectiveness of Jumia’s risk management, internal control, and governance processes.
• He/she shall plan and execute audit assignments to ensure that people, processes, and tools operate according to defined policies, standards, procedures and applicable laws and regulations.
• Overall, his/her assignments shall provide a reasonable assurance whether significant financial, compliance and operational risks are appropriately identified and mitigated.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop a thorough understanding of the business, risks and processes for assigned projects.
• Implement the approved audit plan including any special tasks or projects that may be required.
• Plan and execute audits of operational, compliance and financial processes (with 40 to 60% travel time to emerging countries and Europe in favorable travel conditions).
• Be a key influencer of operational efficiency and well-controlled change management.
• Present findings to management and provide practical recommendations for improvement and actively monitor audit related remediation and management action plans.

Requirements & Experience

• Bachelor's / Master's in Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance.
• 2-5 years of internal/external audit experience preferably with big 4 practice firm; or risk advisory function.
• Prior experience in an internal controls department and professional qualifications will be a plus (CPA, ACCA, CIA).
• Strong background and experience with audit methodologies and techniques.
• In-depth knowledge of GAAP/IFRS guidelines and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) rules and regulations.
• Practical and creative in suggesting recommendations for improvement to internal control processes, policies and procedures.
• Excellent analytical skills for identifying control issues.
• Excellent writing skills in English (French is a plus) sufficient to prepare audit material.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft office, with emphasis on Excel and PowerPoint.

We Offer

• A unique experience in an entrepreneurial, yet structured environment.
• The opportunity to become part of a highly professional and dynamic team working around the world.
• An unparalleled personal and professional growth as our longer-term objective is to train the next generation of leaders for our future internet ventures.