Team Lead, Internal Audit - Operations & Finance (Dangote Cement Transport) at Dangote Group

Dangote Group is one of Nigeria’s most diversified business conglomerates with a hard – earned reputation for excellent business practices and products’ quality with its operational headquarters in the bustling metropolis of Lagos, Nigeria in West Africa.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Team Lead, Internal Audit - Operations & Finance (Dangote Cement Transport)

Location: Obajana, Kogi
Job Type: Full time

Job Summary

• Responsible for implementing internal audit strategy at Dangote Cement Transport, Obajana .
• This includes conducting risk assessments, preparing a risk-based internal audit plan, and supervising the execution of internal audit activities in the location.

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for planning, organising, and supervising the activities of the internal audit and providing quality assurance on work done by the audit teams.
• Assist the RHIA in the development of the company's internal audit plan and in developing and updating the audit universe.
• Prepare periodic internal audit activity reports and assist the RHIA in the compilation of BARCC and Executive Management reports.
• Work with audit teams to develop and execute internal audit engagement plans, comprehensive work programs, etc.
• Implement all aspects of the internal audit Policy manual and ensure that professional standards and programmes are adhered to.
• Provide oversight, direction, and supervision for the finance and operational audit teams, including reviewing engagement work papers, reports, and documentation for quality assurance.
• Follow up with stakeholders on regular audits to ensure that all responses/ evidence are documented and remediation of action plans from internal audit report recommendations.
• Ensure timely completion and reporting of audit engagement in accordance with the Plan.
• Aid in the delivery and development of the Group’s audit strategy, taking responsibility for the day-to-day management of the audit team and assisting with raising the profile and effectiveness of the audit function.
• Promote increased value and efficiency through propagating awareness of best practice within the Group Internal Audit Department; and work with the RHIA to ensure adequate personnel management of internal audit teams, including performance evaluation, identification of training needs, recommendations to the RHIA for training, skills, and resource requirements for the Location, e.t.c.

Requirements
Educational Qualification:

• A First Degree in Accounting or any related discipline
• A master’s degree in Accounting or an MBA would be an added advantage

Professional Qualification:

• Minimum of Associate Level Membership of the following professional bodies is a MUST: Certified Institute of Auditors (CIA), Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), Association of Certified Chartered Accountants (ACCA).

Desired Experience and Competencies:

• Minimum 15 years of experience in Audit with excellent knowledge of internal control concepts, auditing techniques, and reporting.
• Big 4, Global corporate, or international work experience is a distinct advantage.
• Experience across multiple industries/markets, e.g., Manufacturing, Energy, Utilities, etcetera. International work experience is an added advantage.
• Must have an in-depth understanding of internal auditing standards, responsibilities, code of ethics, and certification.
• Good knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and other applicable accounting standards.
• Training & Development

Benefits

• Private Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Training & Development
• Career Development

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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