Audit Intern at Action Against Hunger | ACF-International

Action Against Hunger works to save lives by combating hunger and diseases that threaten the lives of vulnerable communities, through nutrition, food security, water and sanitation, health and advocacy.

We are recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Title: Audit Intern

Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Starting date: May 2019
Contract duration: 6 months (non-renewable)
Line Manager: Head of Internal Audit

Objective 1

• Assist in the delivery of quality internal audit reports-Programs and Support functions(HR, Finance, Logistics and Security)

Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Assist HoD to deliver and report on internal audit work and follow up assignments, to a high standard and within budget
• For each audit, assist in the preparation of an audit report containing a summary & analysis of the situation, a presentation of any identified gaps, inconsistencies and recommendations for improvements.
• Assist in the follow up of audit recommendations

Objective 2

• To participate in fraud management by assisting in investigations and follow up of recommendations.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Collect, analyze and document results of fraud investigations and communicate observations and recommendations with the collaboration of the HOD Internal Audit and senior management team, as appropriate

Objective 3

• Coordinate with other departments and improve the overall control framework of the organisation.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Promote ‘horizontal learning’ opportunities, ensuring that learning is identified and that good practice is shared actively in all departments/ bases/sub-bases.
• Participate in workshops and presentations as required by the organisation.
• In the capital and bases, assist in the performance of internal control reviews (Spot checks) of in-country processes including cash management, procurement, logistics, Human Resources and stock management including food commodities, assets management and coordinate with the relevant departments to correct weaknesses and improve controls as needed.

Internal Relationship:

• Works directly with HOD Internal Audit, All Departments HODs, Area Coordinators, Field Managers and all AAH Nigeria staff as appropriate.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. University Degree in Finance, Accounting or a related business field is required; be qualified or working towards Certified Public Accountant or Certified Internal Auditor is a plus;

Skills
Essential:

• Strong organization and research skills with a broad understanding of the various program sectors and activities. Extensive knowledge of donor rules including ECHO, DFID and USAID.
• Have strong experience in producing high quality effective written communication e.g. reports, in English.
• Ability to work effectively in a team atmosphere, encouraging colleagues to contribute to common work challenges and deadlines.
• Be able to demonstrate standards of ethics and integrity.

Preferred:

• Experience of conducting risk-based reviews of systems and processes (including a working understanding of the three lines of defense model), identifying weaknesses and areas of improvements
• Be detail-orientated, and is committed to undertaking work in a logical and disciplined manner, in line with the prescribed methodology
• Advance computer skills in MS Office programs, particularly in Excel.
• Fluency in English, Hausa is also desired but not compulsory.
• Must be a resident of Abuja and within the ages of 20 to 30 years.

Monthly Stipend
NGN 40,000 monthly.

Application Closing Date
5.00 pm, Tuesday, 14th, May, 2019.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note: Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.