Audit Officer at Straight-Gate Publishers Limited

Straight-Gate Publishers Limited is one of Nigeria's leading educational publisher. It was incorporated as a private liability company in 1997. Straight-Gate Publishers Limited has since been concerned with building a reputation for sound intellectual contents of all its titles. Straight-Gate Publishers Limitedis also engaged in the business of printing and publishing of religious and general titles. We serve as educational representative to foreign publishers located in different parts of the world. We have an effective coverage of all parts of the country through our dynamic representatives in cities and towns nationwide.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Audit Officer

Location: Ibadan, Oyo
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are seeking a diligent, detail‑oriented Internal Audit Officer to strengthen our internal control environment, safeguard company assets, and improve operational efficiency across all departments; editorial, production, warehousing, and finance.
• The ideal candidate brings strong analytical insight, solid accounting knowledge, and an unwavering commitment to integrity and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement annual audit plans based on risk assessment
• Conduct operational and financial audits across departments
• Review internal controls and ensure compliance with policies and procedures
• Evaluate the effectiveness of controls in all publishing operations
• Perform audits of inventory management and physical stock verification
• Ensure accuracy in royalty calculations and author payments
• Investigate variances and irregularities in accounting or inventory records
• Identify process inefficiencies and recommend improvements
• Conduct special investigations into suspected fraud or irregularities
• Monitor implementation of audit recommendations
• Prepare timely and accurate audit reports for management
• Liaise with external auditors and regulatory bodies as required
• Provide advisory support on internal control improvements
• Perform continuous auditing and data analytics for control enhancement

Requirements 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Banking & Finance, or a related field
• Professional certification (ACA, ACCA, CISA, CIA) or in view
• Minimum of 4 years cognate experience as an Internal Auditor or Accountant in a book publishing company or similar industry
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, internal controls, and auditing standards
• Familiarity with Nigerian tax regulations, and publishing-specific financial operations
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively

Skills Required:

• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Critical thinking and problem-solving ability
• Team player with a collaborative mindset
• Proficient in Sage Accounting Software (a must)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel) and Google Workspace
• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professional integrity
• Knowledge of data analysis tools is an added advantage
• Adaptable, versatile, and able to learn quickly.

Salary
N130,000 - N160,000 Monthly.

Application Closing Date
15th July, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send a well-curated cover letter and their CV to: hr@straightgatepublishers.com using “Internal Audit Officer” as the subject of the email.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.