Internal Auditor at Western Development Company Limited (WDCL)

Western Development Company Limited (WDCL) is an independent limited liability company, established in Nigeria for over 13 years ago. WDCL is the sole representative of various overseas companies in the fields of Information Technology, Telecommunications, Mechanical Engineering and Electrical/Electronic Engineering.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Internal Auditor

Location: Lagos

Job Summary

• The Internal Auditor will play a key role in ensuring the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance processes within the organization.
• This position requires a detail-oriented and analytical individual who can assess and evaluate the organization’s operations, identify areas for improvement, and provide recommendations to enhance efficiency and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct audits: Plan and execute internal audits to assess the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance processes.
• Risk assessment: Identify and assess potential risks and evaluate the adequacy of controls to mitigate those risks.
• Evaluate internal controls: Assess the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls, including financial, operational, and compliance controls.
• Audit reporting: Prepare and present audit reports to management and the audit committee, highlighting findings, recommendations, and areas for improvement.
• Recommend improvements: Provide recommendations to improve internal controls, risk management, and governance processes.
• Collaborate with teams: Work with various teams, including finance, operations, and compliance, to identify and address control gaps and areas for improvement.
• Stay up-to-date with regulations: Maintain knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards that impact the organization’s operations.
• Familiarity with industry-specific practices (Oil & Gas, Engineering, construction, etc.)

Requirements

• Professional certification: Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) or equivalent.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Experience: Minimum 3-5 years of internal audit experience.
• Analytical skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Communication skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail: Meticulous attention to detail and ability to identify and evaluate complex issues.

Skills:

• Audit software: Familiarity with audit software and tools.
• Risk management: Knowledge of risk management frameworks and methodologies.
• Internal controls: Understanding of internal control frameworks, such as COSO.
• Communication: Ability to communicate complex information to non-technical stakeholders.

Application Closing Date
31st May, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online