International Auditor at Nestle Nigeria Plc

Nestle Nigeria Plc - As the Leading Nutrition Health and Wellness Company, we are committed to enhancing People's lives, everywhere, every day. Infact enhancing lives will influence everything we do together.

A presence in more than 130 countries and factories in more than 80 research centres brings many global benefits. We believe in long term career development and appreciate how challenges and motivation will help you reach your potential. Nestle Nigeria Plc upholds the principle of Non- Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities in its recruitment processes.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: International Auditor

Location: Lagos
Job Type: Full-time

Position Summary
International opportunity, global impact: A fast-track career at Nestlé!

• International Audit offers talented professionals the opportunity to join a diverse global team and to develop strong technical & leadership skills, which are essential cornerstones of any successful career. 
• Working at International Audit is a very hands-on experience. Our mission is to enhance and protect organizational value, reputation, and sustainability by providing risk-based and objective assurance, advice, and insight. 
• Our teams actively interact with stakeholders at all levels of the organization, from operators in factories to Executive Vice Presidents at the Headquarters. This will enable you to develop a broad range of skills which will fuel your career progression within Nestlé.  
• The experience and knowledge you gain with International Audit  is an excellent springboard for future positions across all functions. Many senior leaders in Nestlé started their career in internal audit.

The Program

• The Nestlé International Audit program, of approximately 4 years, provides a unique opportunity to get to know all functions and businesses across the globe. Auditors travel internationally up to 70% (8 months plus) a year, according to a fixed calendar. By using proven methodologies, tools and data analytics, auditors provide value added risk assurance and improvement recommendations.

A Day in the Life of the International Auditor  

• Prepare and execute risk-based audits / reviews of business units, factories, head offices and processes 
• Evaluate processes and controls to ensure operational effectiveness and efficiency 
• Review compliance with laws, regulations, contracts, policies, and procedures 
• Ensure reliability and integrity of reporting, confidentiality of information and safeguarding of assets 
• Identify and recommend control enhancements and process improvement 
• Communicate findings and recommendations for corrective actions 
• Present audit results to stakeholders and agree timelines for recommendation implementation 
• Maintain and update audit programs, manuals, and tools 

What Will Make You Successful?

• MBA or M.Sc. in Finance, Business Administration, Mathematics, Economics, Statistics, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Food Science, Environmental and Sustainability. Certified Public Accountant, Chartered Accountant (ACA or ACCA).
• Degree in Artificial Intelligence would be an added advantage. 
• Minimum 2-4 years of working experience with an international/accounting firm or large Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) corporation, or of operational experience (preferred) (e.g. in Finance, SC, Sales, Marketing, or Industrial Performance) in a large FMCG corporation. International exposure (preferred).
• Willingness to travel internationally up to 70% (8 months plus) a year
• Curious, have strong business acumen and sharp learning agility.
• Excellent MS Excel skills. Ability to leverage data analytics. SAP knowledge preferred 
• Working proficiency in English and at least one additional language 
• Team player with a high degree of flexibility, persistence, curiosity, and openness to other cultures.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.