Internal Audit Specialist - ICFR

Job Summary: Responsible for internal control over financial reporting audits. Job 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 ICFR teams. Responsible for the supervision and execution of ICFR reviews on a timely basis and in accordance with the project plan.

Expérience

Demonstrable experience in implementing Internal Control over Financial Reporting is mandatory. Assist the Team Lead - ICFR in developing the Group's internal audit plan and support the Team Lead in developing a local plan for continuous monitoring and evaluation of ICFR. Participate in ICFR awareness activities, including training local staff and liaising with all departments to ensure compliance with all periodic controls. Performs testing of controls by Directors for certification in the financial reports. Maintain a dashboard for all ICFR controls that fail internal testing for Director’s certification and follow up with responsible departments to ensure swift remediation. Work with the Team lead to coordinate the testing of controls by external auditors for certification in the financial reports. Maintain a dashboard for all controls that fail internal testing for External Auditors certification and follow up with responsible departments to ensure swift remediation. Come up with compensating controls for controls that fail testing and are not remediated by the end of the reporting period. Support departments in performing key ICFR controls where there are staff shortages or knowledge gaps. Ensure that evidence for controls performed is properly filed/archived and readily available for testing by Directors and external auditors. Supervise Country ICFR officers.

Formation / Diplômes

B Sc. or HND in Accounting or any related discipline A master’s degree in accounting or an MBA will be an added advantage Professional Qualification: Membership of the following professional bodies is required: Certified Institute of Auditors (CIA), Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), Association of Certified Chartered Accountants (ACCA), Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Desired Experience and Competencies: Minimum of 7 years’ Financial and Operational Audit work experience Big 4, Global corporate, or international work experience is a distinct advantage Experience across multiple industries/markets, e.g., Manufacturing, Energy, Utilities etcetera. International work experience is an added advantage Good understanding of Financial Controls. Good knowledge and understanding of finance best practices, IFRS, ICFR, and other applicable accounting and regulatory 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 Benefits Private Health Insurance Paid Time Off Training & Development Career Development Opportunities

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