Head of Audit at Excel and Grace Consulting

Excel and Grace Consulting is a fast-paced business consulting organization with a track record of delivering exceptional business solutions to small and medium-scale enterprises in Nigeria, Ghana, Germany, Switzerland, Canada, etc. We are certified management consultants with the International Council of Management Consulting Institutes (CMC-Global) with over 18 years of experience. Our team of experts and consultants have authored over 20 books on business management, business structure, business operations, human resources, organizational structure, employee development, money management, and so on.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head of Audit

Location: Iyana-Ipaja, Lagos

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive annual audit plan based on risk assessments and business priorities.
• Lead and perform audits across operational, financial, inventory, and compliance areas, ensuring adherence to internal controls and policies.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and identify areas of improvement or potential risks.
• Provide recommendations for risk mitigation and process improvements, especially across logistics, warehousing, procurement, and sales.
• Ensure the company’s operations comply with applicable laws, industry standards, and internal policies, particularly around consumable goods handling.
• Monitor compliance with financial regulations, tax obligations, and corporate governance standards.
• Prepare detailed audit reports and present findings and recommendations to senior management and the audit committee.
• Monitor the implementation of audit recommendations and follow up on corrective actions.
• Build and manage the internal audit team, providing direction, coaching, and development.
• Foster a strong ethical culture and internal awareness of controls and audit readiness across departments.
• Identify inefficiencies and recommend enhancements in processes, systems, and workflows.
• Stay up to date with industry best practices, regulatory changes, and emerging risks relevant to the distribution and consumables sectors.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field (CPA, ACA, ACCA, or CIA certification preferred).
• 7+ years of progressive audit experience, with at least 3 years in a managerial role, ideally in FMCG, distribution, or logistics sectors.
• Deep understanding of internal control frameworks, risk management, and financial reporting standards.
• Experience with inventory audits, logistics operations, and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills.

Salary
N250,000 - N300,000 per month.

Application Closing Date
30th May, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their CV to: eandg.tprecruiters@gmail.com and hr@eandg.com.ng using "Head of Audit-Iyana-Ipaja" as the subject of the email.