Senior Lead - Financial Assurance at MTN Nigeria

Job Identification: 1461
Location: Ikoyi, Lagos
Job Schedule: Full time
Job Category: MTN Level 2
Reports To: Manager Financial Assurance
Division: Internal Audit and Forensic Services

Description

• Prepare, conduct work programs for assigned audits assignments and document work done in the form of work papers in accordance with Internal Audit and Forensic Services audit methodologies.
• Research and analyze financial statement and records, operational reports, audit client’s PPPs and audit related issues as well as assist the Manager, Financial Assurance in the development of the audit work plan.
• Draft audit reports to be reviewed by Manager, Financial Assurance and prepare final reports for distribution.
• Collect process related data and statistics from process owners, to determine effectiveness and quality of MTNN services and determine required changes in the processes and practices necessary to provide optimum service in the most cost-effective manner.
• Review the performance Auditor, Financial Assurance, and complete engagement level appraisals in accordance with the Internal Audit and Forensic Services Methodology. Also oversee and coordinate the activities of Auditor, Financial Assurance and ensure all transaction and administrative documentation is recorded and available for business use.
• Use of analytical tools to test compliance with operational, financial, and statutory regulations as well as internal controls.
• Adherence to Internal Audit and Forensic Services audit methodologies and IIA (International Internal Audit) standards
• Periodic follow-up on audit recommendations to determine successful implementation of counter measures and corrective actions and sustain the development of corrective actions and countermeasures ensuring compliance with PPPs as well as internal and financial controls.
• Identify root of business process problems and assist in developing the business case for change, benchmarking and carrying out surveys relating to process operations and improvement. Also, identify areas of opportunity for cost and financial optimization.
• Drive Knowledge Management and Best Practice Sharing within own Unit/Department/Division/Enterprise-wide as required.

Requirements
Education:

• B.Sc. / HND Accounting or related discipline
• Professional Accounting/Auditing Certification - ACA, ACCA, Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
• Additional qualifications CFE, CISA or CIMA would be an added advantage

Experience:

• 3 - 7 years’ experience which includes;
  • Minimum of 3 years’ hands-on operational experience in an area of specialization (especially financial audit) coupled with supervising/managing others.
  • Telecom experience or previous work experience with auditing firms
  • Experience across diverse cultures and geographies is advantageous.