Internal Auditor at SIMS Nigeria Limited

Role Overview

• We are seeking a detail-oriented, analytical, and highly ethical Internal Auditor to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of the organization's internal controls, risk management processes, and governance framework.
• The ideal candidate will be responsible for conducting financial, operational, and compliance audits, identifying control weaknesses, assessing business risks, ensuring adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements, and recommending process improvements.
• The Internal Auditor will work closely with various departments to safeguard company assets, enhance operational efficiency, and support the achievement of organizational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct planned and ad-hoc internal audits across finance, operations, sales, inventory, procurement, service, and administrative functions.
• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, risk management processes, and governance practices.
• Review financial records, accounting transactions, and operational processes to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies.
• Perform branch audits, cash counts, inventory verification, and fixed asset inspections.
• Identify operational, financial, compliance, and fraud risks, and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
• Prepare detailed audit working papers, findings, and reports with practical recommendations for management.
• Monitor and follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations to ensure timely resolution of identified issues.
• Investigate suspected fraud, irregularities, and policy violations, and report findings to management.
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations, internal policies, accounting standards, and corporate governance requirements.
• Review procurement processes, vendor transactions, and contract compliance to identify control gaps.
• Analyze financial and operational data to identify trends, anomalies, and areas requiring management attention.
• Assist in developing and updating audit programs, methodologies, and standard operating procedures.
• Support external auditors by providing relevant audit documentation and information during statutory audits.
• Maintain confidentiality of audit information and uphold the highest standards of professional ethics.
• Prepare periodic audit reports and present findings to the Audit Manager or Head of Audit.
• Continuously monitor emerging risks and recommend improvements to strengthen the organization's control environment.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or HND in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related discipline.
• ACA, ACCA, CIA, or other relevant professional qualification is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in internal audit, external audit, risk management, or compliance.
• Strong knowledge of internal auditing standards, internal controls, risk management, and corporate governance principles.
• Good understanding of IFRS, financial reporting standards, taxation, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Experience conducting operational, financial, compliance, and investigative audits.
• Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent report writing, communication, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Experience using ERP systems (e.g., Odoo, SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar) is an added advantage.
• High level of integrity, objectivity, and professionalism.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple audit assignments, and meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective working relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Willingness to travel to branch locations for audit assignments where required.