Internal Auditor

Responsibilities:

Conduct regular internal audits of financial, operational, administrative, and credit activities. Review financial transactions, expenses, payments, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for accuracy and proper authorization. Audit loan disbursement, repayment, collection, and recovery processes to ensure compliance with approved procedures. Review bank transactions, cash management, customer accounts, and other financial records. Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and identify control gaps, risks, and areas of potential financial loss. Verify compliance with company policies, procedures, approval limits, and applicable regulatory requirements. Conduct periodic and surprise audits of company operations and field activities where required. Identify and investigate discrepancies, unusual transactions, control breaches, and potential cases of fraud. Prepare clear audit reports highlighting findings, risks, and recommendations for corrective action. Follow up on previous audit findings and monitor the implementation of agreed corrective actions. Review company assets, inventory, and other resources to ensure proper accountability. Work with Finance, Credit, Recovery, Sales, HR/Admin, and other departments to strengthen internal controls. Provide Management with independent and objective recommendations based on audit findings. Maintain proper audit documentation and ensure confidentiality of sensitive company information. Perform other duties relating to audit, risk, and internal controls as assigned by Management.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree/HND  2–4 years of relevant experience in internal audit, external audit, accounting, risk, compliance, or a related field. Experience in banking, microfinance, lending, financial services, or a similar industry is an advantage. Professional certification such as ICAN, ACCA, CIA, or ACA is an added advantage. Good knowledge of accounting principles, auditing procedures, and internal control systems. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial analysis. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong attention to detail and ability to identify discrepancies and irregularities. Good report-writing and communication skills. Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality. High level of integrity, objectivity, and professional ethics.

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers State

Renumeration: NGN 150,000 – 250,000