JOB DESCRIPTION
INTERNAL AUDIT & CONTROL Business Unit /
Position Title: INTERNAL AUDIT & CONTROL
EXECUTIVE Function:
Location: LAGOS Department: INTERNAL AUDIT & CONTROL/COMPLIANCE
Board of Directors, Accounts,
Credit Control, Human
Internal Relationships: External Relationships: None
Resources, Internal Operations,
Lease
Direct Reports: NONE Reports To: HEAD, INTERNAL AUDIT DEPARTMENT
Written By: Ifunanya Okoye, Manna Cowan Approved by: Management
1. JOB PURPOSE
i. To ensure that the internal audit function provides an independent assessment of the adequacy of the organization’s
internal systems and controls, including the systems for appropriate identification and evaluation of risk and for ensuring
compliance with all applicable policies and regulation.
ii. To draw any weaknesses or shortcomings identified to the attention of management and proffer recommendations.
iii. Assuring operational effectiveness and efficiency, reliable financial reporting, and compliance with laws, regulations and
policies.
2. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Key Result Areas Activity Detailing (What are the key activities undertaken to Measurement Criteria (what are the Key performance
achieve the desired end results) indicators for evaluating success of target achievement )
(List the expected end results that must be
achieved in order to fulfill the job purpose)
Carrying out pre audit transaction Gathering sufficient and appropriate evidence for the Verification and Granting of final approval
checklist on daily basis approval of transactions
Efficient and Effective Follow up Ensuring compliance with policies and procedures Satisfy Management Expectations
Seamless Process Audit review of departmental processes Continuous Review of Processes and Improvement
Number of non- conformities raised vs closed
Efficient System of Control Checking adequacy and efficiency of internal control Timely reviews and updates on new policies and
system in place procedures
Reliable Financial Reports Pre and post audit verification of transactions Schedules and reports of transactions done
Verifying all stock received by Admin Final verification of funds disbursement, liquidation and Sighting of items puchased against the approved
department termination requisiton form and Vendor's Invoice
Educational Qualification & Functional/Technical
HND/B.Sc in Accounting, Professional Certification (ACA/ACCA) would be an
Skill or Certification added advantage.
Excellent numerical, communication, and analytical skills.
Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and sound financial ‘common sense’.
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work with basic computer applications (MS Office Suite).
Relevant Experience (Type of experience and 0 – 2 years audit experience.
minimum number of years)
Role Competency Description Competency Level
Defined system of internal control, process
Internal control Essential
and procedure
Ensure adherence to company processes
Internal audit and procedures and compliance with Advanced
policy.
Ensure compliance with government law
compliance and regulations to avoid defaults that may Advanced
lead to fines and penalties
Behavioral (Personality Profile. List all Assertiveness, Attention to Details, Integrity,
distinguishing capabilities)
Position Profile Signatures
Agreed by < Job holder> Date: ______________
Agreed by <Line Manager> Date: ______________