Internal Control and Audit Officer at Novella Africa

Job Opening ID: ZR_116_JOB

Job Summary

• The ideal candidate will play a critical role in safeguarding our assets, ensuring compliance with regulations, and identifying areas for process improvement.
• You will work collaboratively with various departments to assess internal controls, conduct audits, and implement risk management strategies.

​Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive internal control framework aligned with best practices and relevant Nigerian regulations.
• Conduct risk assessments to identify potential control weaknesses and areas for improvement.
• Perform internal audits across various departments, including production, purchasing, inventory management, sales, and finance.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of existing controls and identify control gaps.
• Document audit findings, prepare detailed reports with recommendations for improvement, and present them to management.
• Monitor the implementation of corrective actions and track progress toward achieving control objectives.
• Assist with the development and implementation of fraud prevention strategies.
• Maintain awareness of relevant industry standards, accounting principles, and Nigerian regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality of all sensitive information and audit findings.
• Collaborate with external auditors to ensure a smooth and efficient audit process.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
• Professional certification ICAN, ACA, CISA
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in internal audit, risk management, or a related field within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of internal control frameworks, risk assessment methodologies, and audit procedures.
• Experience in the use of ERP Systems (SAP)
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and writing skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of relevant Nigerian accounting standards and regulations (FRCN, CAMA) is a strong plus.