Internal Audit Manager

Company Name: Consulting Services

Job Description:

Nationwide Truck Servicing Limited is looking for a Manager, Internal Audit who will be responsible for the supervision of audit and advisory engagement pertaining to the core processes of the business. The Manager will take responsibility for leading operational audit in the execution of internal audit activities, according to the audit plan. This will require competencies such as in-depth understanding of the core processes of a Logistics, Truck Servicing and Allied Services, and knowledge of Global Internal Audit Standards (IIA) and other leading professional guidelines or global standards.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Deliver adequate and timely reporting on the internal control framework and control deficiencies to ensure appropriate communication, documentation, and escalation to business partners, senior leadership and the audit committee.
• Review Nationwide’s operations, such as procurement, accounts payable, travel expense reimbursement, cash management, and other processes.
• Act as a primary point of contact with key internal and external stakeholders, such as internal audit, controllership, and external auditors.
• Evaluation of internal control weaknesses and implement appropriate control measures.
• Maintain all internal control documentation in line with the internal control policy.
• Ensure routine internal audits based on the risk assessment and annual audit plan
• Conduct spot checks on NTSL branches to ensure operations are in line with the Internal policy.
• Perform annual walk-through over key financial processes.
• Engage in formulating policies and procedures to improve internal controls, compliance and corporate efficiency.
• Ensure that the company’s business activities align with standard operating procedures (SOP) and comply with policies and regulations.
• Undertake the approved internal audit plan in line with agreed procedures liaising with all parties.
• Provide feedback to relevant internal parties to update the Risk Register in the areas of risk evaluation, which involves comparing estimated risks with criteria established by the organization (such as costs, legal requirements and environmental factors).
• Prepare reports and preserve documentation pertaining to audits for internal records and to relevant parties.
• Assist in the investigation of any suspected fraudulent activities (if they should arise) Evaluate and assess significant new or changing operations, processes, and systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related discipline that demonstrates similar background knowledge.
• Possession of professional certifications such as CIA, ACA, ACCA, CFE is an advantage.

Skills and Competencies

• Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience, with at least 2 years experience leading others in a supervisory position.
• Ability to apply analytical review techniques to complex processes will be an advantage.
• Understanding of the Global Internal Audit Standards and leading internal audit practices.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Good business writing proficiency.
• Experience and proficiency in the use of MS Office Suite.
• Ability to apply analytical review techniques to complex processes will be an advantage.
• Critical thinking abilities and meticulous attention to detail.

Travel Requirements

30 – 40% to Mfamosing, Calabar and should be ready to stay for 2 – 3 months when the need arises.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Abeokuta: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Education: Higher National Diploma (Preferred)

Experience: Internal Audit: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification: ACA (Required)

Willingness to travel: 25% (Required)

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₦500,000.00 – ₦700,000.00 per month

Location: Abeokuta

Job Posted: 19th May 2025