Internal Auditor at Ola-kleen Holdings Limited

Summary of Role

• The Internal Auditor ensures compliance with established internal control procedures by examining records, reports, operating practices, and documentation.
• She/he will also maintain internal control systems by updating audit programs and questionnaires; recommending new policies and procedures.
• Communicates audit findings by preparing a final report; discussing findings with the Head, Audit and presenting to the GMD.

Job Description

• Obtain, analyse and evaluate accounting documentation, previous reports, data, flowcharts etc
• Prepare and present reports that reflect audit’s results and document process
• Act as an objective source of independent advice to ensure validity, legality and goal achievement
• Identify loopholes and recommend risk aversion measures and cost savings
• Maintain open communication with management and audit committee
• Document process and prepare audit findings memorandum
• Conduct follow up audits to monitor management’s interventions
• Engage to continuous knowledge development regarding sector’s rules, regulations, best practices, tools, techniques and performance standards
• Collating, checking and analysing spread sheet data
• Examining company accounts and financial control systems
• Gauging levels of financial risk within organisations
• Checking that financial reports and records are accurate and reliable
• Ensuring that assets are safeguarded
• Identifying if and where processes are not working as they should and advising on changes to be made
• Preparing reports, commentaries and financial statements
• Ensuring procedures, policies, legislation and regulations are correctly followed and complied with
• Any other function as may be assigned by the Head, Audit.

Educational Qualifications

• First bachelor’s degree/HND in Business Administration, Accounting, Economics or any Social sciences.
• Possession of an MBA or equivalent will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 5 years relevant post-graduation experience.

Technical:

• Proven experience as an Internal Auditor
• Familiarity with financial and facilities management principles
• Proficient in MS Office
• An analytical mind with problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
• Project management and prioritizing
• Preparing work schedules, recording and reporting
• Problem Solving/Analysis
• Strategic thinking and strong execution skills.
• Non-Technical
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills
• Excellent organizational and follow-up skills
• Competent in problem solving, team building, planning and decision making.