40 Audit Associate jobs in Lagos
Internal Audit Associate
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Accounting, Auditing & Finance
Lagos Internship & Graduate
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- Experience Level : Senior level
- Experience Length : 5 years
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Hiring: Internal Audit Associate
Location: Lagos
Our client is a well-established financial services group in Nigeria, offering a broad spectrum of services across investment banking, asset management, securities trading, research, consulting, and trust services, with a strong emphasis on local expertise and global standards.
The Company is seeking to hire an Internal Audit Associate who will assist the internal audit team in evaluating the organization's internal controls, risk management, and governance processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Identifying risks that could affect the achievement of the organization's goals.
- Assessing the likelihood and impact of these risks.
- Executing comprehensive audits as the Team Leader and reporting findings to Executive Management.
- Assist external auditors to provide cost savings for performance of the annual financial statement audit review.
- Ensure that financial statements comply with corporate policy.
- Recommend potential areas for future audit efforts and assist the Manager of Internal Audit.
- Attend the audit exit meeting for report draft discussion of findings with management.
- Examine the systems and processes established by the organization to ensure compliance with policies, procedures, laws, and regulations that could have a significant impact on operations and reports and whether the organization is in compliance.
- Execute comprehensive audits as team leader and report findings to Executive Management.
- Prioritizing risks based on their significance and creating comprehensive audit plans based on risk assessments.
- Scheduling audits in areas with the highest risk or where significant changes have occurred and examining the design and effectiveness of internal controls.
- Conducting tests to ensure controls are working as intended.
- Ensuring the organization complies with relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies
- Checking adherence to internal policies and procedures.
- Assessing the efficiency and effectiveness of operational processes.
- Identifying opportunities for process improvements.
- Assist with drafting detailed reports on audit findings and recommendations to senior management and the board of directors.
Ensuring corrective actions are taken and monitoring their implementation.
Requirements
- At least 5-6 years of experience in auditing, finance, accounting, operational risk in the financial services industry.
- Ability to analyse complex processes, identify risks, and evaluate controls.
- Careful examination of documents, systems, and processes.
- Effective reporting and presentation of findings and recommendations.
- Comprehensive knowledge of the organization's operations and industry.
- Adherence to high ethical standards and principles.
Must understand internal auditing theory and techniques, including types of controls and testing procedures related workpaper standards.
Benefits
N500,000 Monthly Net + Other Benefits
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Internal Audit Associate
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Hiring: Internal Audit Associate
Location: Lagos
Our client is a well-established financial services group in Nigeria, offering a broad spectrum of services across investment banking, asset management, securities trading, research, consulting, and trust services, with a strong emphasis on local expertise and global standards.
The Company is seeking to hire an Internal Audit Associate who will assist the internal audit team in evaluating the organization's internal controls, risk management, and governance processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Identifying risks that could affect the achievement of the organization's goals.
- Assessing the likelihood and impact of these risks.
- Executing comprehensive audits as the Team Leader and reporting findings to Executive Management.
- Assist external auditors to provide cost savings for performance of the annual financial statement audit review.
- Ensure that financial statements comply with corporate policy.
- Recommend potential areas for future audit efforts and assist the Manager of Internal Audit.
- Attend the audit exit meeting for report draft discussion of findings with management.
- Examine the systems and processes established by the organization to ensure compliance with policies, procedures, laws, and regulations that could have a significant impact on operations and reports and whether the organization is in compliance.
- Execute comprehensive audits as team leader and report findings to Executive Management.
- Prioritizing risks based on their significance and creating comprehensive audit plans based on risk assessments.
- Scheduling audits in areas with the highest risk or where significant changes have occurred and examining the design and effectiveness of internal controls.
- Conducting tests to ensure controls are working as intended.
- Ensuring the organization complies with relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies
- Checking adherence to internal policies and procedures.
- Assessing the efficiency and effectiveness of operational processes.
- Identifying opportunities for process improvements.
- Assist with drafting detailed reports on audit findings and recommendations to senior management and the board of directors.
- Ensuring corrective actions are taken and monitoring their implementation.
Requirements
- At least 5-6 years of experience in auditing, finance, accounting, operational risk in the financial services industry.
- Ability to analyse complex processes, identify risks, and evaluate controls.
- Careful examination of documents, systems, and processes.
- Effective reporting and presentation of findings and recommendations.
- Comprehensive knowledge of the organization's operations and industry.
- Adherence to high ethical standards and principles.
- Must understand internal auditing theory and techniques, including types of controls and testing procedures related workpaper standards.
Benefits
N500,000 Monthly Net + Other Benefits
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Associate, Audit
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We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Associate, Risk Management to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the risk management function and ensuring that our company operates within acceptable risk levels. The Associate, Risk Management will collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify, assess, and mitigate potential risks that may impact the organization's operations and strategic goals.
- Assist in the development and implementation of risk management strategies, policies, and procedures to identify, assess, and mitigate risks across the organization.
- Conduct risk assessments and evaluations to identify potential operational, financial, legal, and strategic risks. Provide recommendations on risk mitigation measures.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish risk management frameworks, including the development of risk registers, risk appetite statements, and key risk indicators (KRIs).
- Monitor and analyse key risk indicators and report on risk trends to senior management, highlighting potential areas of concern and recommending appropriate actions.
- Support the implementation of risk mitigation plans, including the identification and monitoring of controls and key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Conduct internal audits and reviews to ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
- Assist in the development and delivery of risk management training and awareness programs to enhance risk awareness and promote a risk-aware culture within the organization.
- Collaborate with external stakeholders, such as insurance providers and regulatory agencies, to manage insurance coverage and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Stay informed about industry trends, emerging risks, and best practices in risk management, and make recommendations for continuous improvement.
- Support the investigation of incidents and near-misses, identify causes, and recommend corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
- Identify and reduce all business and financial risks through effective implementation and monitoring of controls.
- Conduct ad hoc investigations into identified or reported risks.
- Oversee risk-based audits covering operational and financial processes.
Requirements
Work Experience
- Bachelor's degree in business, finance, risk management, or a related field. Relevant certifications (e.g., Certified Risk Manager) are a plus.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in risk management, preferably in the agricultural or technology industry.
- Strong understanding of audit & risk management principles, methodologies, and frameworks.
- Familiarity with regulatory requirements and compliance standards relevant to the agritech industry.
- Experience in conducting risk assessments, developing risk registers, and implementing risk mitigation strategies.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and assess risks and develop appropriate risk responses.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross effectively-functional teams and communicate risk-related information to stakeholders at all levels.
- Proficiency in using risk management tools and software applications.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- High level of integrity and ethical conduct, with a commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
Start Up Environment
- Thrives in a fast-paced, start-up environment with dynamic business priorities.
Unlocking Potential of Team Members
- Extensive experience and passion for coaching mentoring a team.
Senior Associate Internal Audit
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SIAO Partners is a professional services firm offering four main faculties: Strategy and Management Consulting, Human Capital Consulting, Taxation Advisory Services, and Audit and Assurance Services. We are dedicated to providing outstanding services to our clients through expert knowledge and innovative solutions. Our team of professionals is committed to excellence and integrity in every project we undertake.
As a Senior Associate/ Experienced Associate, you'll work as part of a team of subject matter experts with extensive industry experience, helping our clients solve their complex business issues and be the catalyst to help shape a new governance and risk paradigm and identify areas of potential performance improvement.
Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Primarily support internal controls reviews (including Internal Audit, ICFR, Internal Control, Corporate Governance, SOX, and IT audit work) of clients in wide range of industries, which include but are not limited to Financial Services, consumer & industrial products, energy, engineering & construction, government & public sector, healthcare, manufacturing, pharmaceutical, real estate & hospitality, retail & distribution, technology, transportation & logistics, professional services;
- Work with engagement team leaders and managers for planning reviews when directed;
- Perform walk-through interviews, identify key controls and tailor audit procedures to evaluate the design and validate operating effectiveness of internal controls in various business processes;
- Review and recommend practical business process improvements to address control gaps and to enhance efficiency where possible;
- Support engagement team leaders and managers in data analytics tests using Data Analytics software as part of internal controls review work;
- Draft findings in report deliverables with clear and concise business writing abilities;
- Present review findings and topics of interest confidently and succinctly in the presence of engagement team and client's stakeholders in closing meetings;
- Support and perform other Governance Risk and Control (GRC) projects when required and directed.
Qualification:
- At least 1-2 years of external audit, internal audit or IT audit experience, preferably in a Big 4 Accounting Firm/ mid-tier professional services firm and or commercial organisations' in-house internal audit department.
- Degree in Accounting or Business Management (with accounting specialisation or other related fields). For candidates with other degree specialisations, candidates should have obtained or are in the process of pursuing CIA or CISA accreditations.
- Proficient in MS Office suit (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access) and has experience in use of various Enterprise Resource Planning software
Senior Associate Internal Audit and Risk Management
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This is a full-time on-site role located in Lekki for a Senior Associate in Internal Audit and Risk Management. The Senior Associate will be responsible for the following:
- Conduct detailed financial, operational, and compliance audits to assess the effectiveness of internal controls.
- Participate in the preparation of audit reports, highlighting key findings, for review by senior management, ensuring clear communication of audit findings, and recommending corrective actions
- Assist in ensuring that the organization complies with relevant industry-specific regulations and internal policies.
- Conduct daily transaction audits on payments and postings by the finance department, ensuring the completeness, accuracy, and validity of entries in the financial system.
- Review the monthly payroll prepared by the HR & Admin Department, identifying any discrepancies and ensuring they are resolved before salaries are disbursed.
- Maintain updated records of expired organizational and crew certificates, coordinating with Operations/QHSE and HR & Admin departments to ensure timely renewals.
- Assist in audits of non-current assets at the head office, guest house in Port Harcourt, and all vessels, ensuring that assets are properly controlled, recorded, and safeguarded against theft.
- Collaborate in reviewing departmental processes and manuals, suggesting improvements to enhance efficiency.
- Collaborate with team members to provide advisory services that add value to the organization's governance and control processes.
- Carry out annual review of crew certificates to ensure completeness and accuracy of information as regards their validity and expiry dates.
- Provide support in liaising with process owners to address identified gaps and implement corrective measures.
Qualifications
- A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is required.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive experience in internal audit, risk management, or a related field.
- Experience in the maritime industry or a similar highly regulated industry is an added advantage.
- Additional certifications such as ACCA, CIA and CRMA or equivalent are an added advantage.
Internal Audit
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We are seeking a proactive Internal Audit/Control Officer to oversee and strengthen internal control processes within the hotel. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with company policies, safeguard assets, and identify areas for risk mitigation.
Responsibilities
- Conduct regular audits of financial and operational processes.
- Ensure compliance with internal policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Review and monitor cash handling, stock management, and revenue control procedures.
- Identify control weaknesses and recommend corrective actions.
- Prepare audit findings and submit timely reports to management.
- Collaborate with department heads to improve operational efficiency.
- Prevent fraud, errors, and financial misstatements through effective controls.
Requirements
- OND/HND/BSc in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- Minimum of 2 years of proven experience in a similar role within a hotel.
- Strong understanding of internal control systems, risk management, and auditing standards.
- Proficiency in audit tools and MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently with high integrity and confidentiality
Job Type: Full-time
Internal Audit Manager
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· Compile, Monitor and Report on company's budget, ensuring all transactions are in line with approved budget.
· Oversee the preparation of financial reports ensuring the reports are generated in accordance with IFRS and provide a true and fair representation of the organization's financial position.
· Manage the company's accounts receivable processes, ensuring timely and accurate invoicing, collections, and reconciliation.
This role involves maintaining positive relationships with clients, resolving billing discrepancies, and supporting financial reporting activities.
Budgeting and Budgetary Control
· Coordinate budgeting activities including budget formulation, monitoring, coordination, preparation, and presentation for the company.
· Review operating budgets periodically to analyze trends and variances.
Management Accounting & Reporting
· Prepare weekly, monthly, quarterly, or annual management reports to management in prescribed format in support of management decisions.
· Monitor transactions and report on expenditures, fund balances and related financial activities for the purpose of ensuring that fund disbursement and expenses are accurate, recorded, within budget limits and fiscal practices are observed.
· Assist the CFO in the preparation of monthly performance report in a prescribed format summarizing monthly performance against budget and providing explanations for variances (computing variances, operating ratios, investment ratios etc.)
Operational Guideline Development & Improvement.
· Participate in the development of the Company's annual work program and plan; and take ownership for the achievement of assigned targets.
· Overhaul of operational processes and contribute to the development of an improved operating policies, processes, and frameworks.
· Work with the Accountant and Team Lead CSR for cash count and to ensure that all cash envelopes are deposited in the safe together.
· Work with the sales team to ensure that all guests' payments are confirmed; rectify any errors and carry out refunds where necessary.
· Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls as well as to ensure the integrity of financial reporting.
· Implement and maintain acceptable accounting practices and procedures in accordance with IFRS and company policies and procedures.
· Carry out periodic analysis of the revenue stream across different product and service offerings, different customer segments and recommend measures to facilitate repeat businesses and loyalty.
· Manage and control inventory, credit and collection, disbursements, deposits and remittances with the aim of maximising cash flow performance of the company.
· Co-ordinate, control and review the management accounts and year end accounts preparation in compliance with IFRS standards.
· Ensure all relevant documentation is kept up-to-date and secure.
Job Type: Contract
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Internal Audit Officer
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The Internal Audit Officer is responsible for evaluating and improving the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes across the organization. This role ensures compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices while identifying areas for operational improvement and cost efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in developing annual audit plans based on risk assessments.
- Conduct financial, operational, and compliance audits across departments.
- Prepare audit programs and working papers in line with audit objectives.
- Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls.
- Identify control gaps and recommend corrective actions.
- Monitor implementation of audit recommendations.
- Draft clear, concise audit reports for management and stakeholders.
- Present findings and recommendations to relevant departments.
- Maintain accurate records of audit activities and outcomes.
- Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
- Support investigations into suspected fraud or misconduct.
- Promote a culture of integrity and accountability.
- Stay updated on audit trends, tools, and regulatory changes.
- Recommend process improvements and cost-saving initiatives.
- Participate in special projects and risk assessments as assigned.
- Strong knowledge of internal auditing standards and risk-based auditing
- Analytical thinking and attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and audit software
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple audits simultaneously
- High ethical standards and professional integrity
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Professional certification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIA) is an advantage
- 3–5 years of experience in internal audit or related roles
Key Performance Indicators
- Timely completion of audit assignments
- Quality and clarity of audit reports
- Number of audit recommendations implemented
- Compliance rate with internal controls and policies
- Contribution to risk mitigation and operational efficiency
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: ₦200, ₦300,000.00 per month
Head, Internal Audit
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We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic audit professional to lead our Internal Audit function. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in strengthening governance, driving compliance, and mitigating business risks within a rapidly growing healthcare and diagnostics organization.
Major Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement the organization's internal audit strategy, policies, and procedures.
- Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance systems.
- Conduct operational, financial, and compliance audits across all business units including diagnostics centers, pharmaceutical units, and support services.
- Review and monitor adherence to regulatory guidelines and healthcare compliance standards.
- Advise management and the Board Audit Committee on risk exposure and control gaps.
Requirements
- B.Sc. or HND in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master's degree is an added advantage).
- Minimum of 8–10 years of relevant audit experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
- Professional certification such as ACA, ACCA, CIA or equivalent is required.
- Proven experience in healthcare, diagnostics, pharmaceuticals, or manufacturing sectors preferred.
- Strong knowledge of internal controls, enterprise risk management, and regulatory compliance.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From ₦600,000.00 per month
head, internal audit
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JOB DESCRIPTION – HEAD, INTERNAL AUDIT.
Position: Head, Internal Audit
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Entity: Flexi Microfinance Bank Limited.
Employment Type: Full Time.
Job Overview:
The Head of Internal Audit will provide independent assurance that the Bank's risk management, governance, and internal control processes are operating effectively. The role ensures compliance with the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) guidelines, BOFIA, AML/CFT/CPF laws, and internal policies, while proactively identifying risks, and enhancing operational efficiency across the Bank.
Key Responsibilities:
· Develop and implement a risk-based annual internal audit plan approved by the Board Audit Committee.
· Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of risk management frameworks, internal controls, and governance processes.
· Identify internal control weaknesses and recommend improvements to mitigate risks.
· Ensure compliance with CBN regulations, BOFIA, AML/CFT/CPF obligations, and microfinance guidelines.
· Conduct regular audits of financial, operational, credit, IT, and compliance functions.
· Issue timely audit reports with findings, recommendations, and agreed management action plans.
· Present quarterly audit reports to the Board Audit Committee, highlighting key risks and control issues.
· Monitor compliance with laws, and internal policies, escalating material breaches to the Board.
· Track remediation of regulatory and audit findings to ensure timely closure.
· Provide independent advice on emerging risks, process efficiency, and control enhancements.
· Lead and mentor the Internal Audit team to deliver high-quality audit functions.
· Maintain independence, objectivity, and confidentiality in all audit activities.
· Ensure full compliance with the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (IPPF).
Qualifications & Experience
· Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
· Professional certification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CISA, CIA) is mandatory.
· Minimum of 8 years of experience, with at least 3 years in internal audit leadership within financial services (banking/microfinance preferred).
· Strong knowledge of Nigerian banking/microfinance regulations, CBN guidelines, BOFIA, AML/CFT/CPF requirements, and risk management frameworks.
· Proven track record in risk-based auditing, regulatory liaison, and investigation.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Application Question(s):
- How many years of managerial experience do you have?
- What is your salary expectation (monthly gross)