Internal Audit Manager at Eye Foundation Hospital

Eye Foundation Hospital (Operated by Summit Healthcare Hospital Ltd) is the leading eye care hospital in Nigeria with a vision to eliminate avoidable blindness in Nigeria and Africa. For over three decades, we have been at the forefront of delivering excellent and quality eye care through a network of primary, secondary, and tertiary eye care centers across Nigeria.

We are a one-stop shop for eye care with a wide range of comprehensive services of international standards offered by well-trained professionals with state-of-the-art equipment and environment. Renowned for our unwavering dedication and commitment to quality, we take pride in our esteemed reputation as a trusted and reputable healthcare institution.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Internal Audit Manager

Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The Internal Audit Manager evaluates and enhances risk management, control, and governance processes, supporting compliance and operational efficiency across all departments.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish rapport with departmental heads and stakeholders to understand operational processes and potential risk areas.
• Plan and execute audit assignments in accordance with the annual audit plan and audit standards.
• Conduct risk assessments and document key controls across financial, operational, and compliance areas.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and recommend process improvements.
• Prepare detailed, accurate audit workpapers to support audit findings.
• Draft clear and concise audit reports highlighting issues, risks, root causes, and actionable recommendations.
• Follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations to ensure timely and effective resolution.
• Investigate suspected fraud, misconduct, or violations of policies and procedures as directed.
• Provide advice on internal control and risk management best practices during system or process changes.
• Conduct special reviews and ad-hoc assignments as requested by the Group Head Internal Audit.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
• Support the development and delivery of internal training on risk management and internal control topics.
• Ensure data confidentiality, integrity, and compliance with company and regulatory standards during audit activities.
• Monitor key audit metrics and contribute to the continuous improvement of the internal audit function.
• Collaborate with external auditors and regulatory examiners during inspections and reviews.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Group Head Internal Audit.

Qualifications
Education:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
• A Master’s Degree or MBA is an added advantage.

Competencies:

• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills with strong attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of integrity, objectivity, and professional ethics.
• Strong understanding of audit techniques, risk management, and internal control systems.
• Technically proficient in audit tools, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel and PowerPoint).

Knowledge, skill, and experience:

• Professional certification, such as ACA, ICAN, is required.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in internal auditing, risk management, or financial control, preferably in a structured corporate or regulated environment.
• Excellent report writing and documentation skills.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and a high level of professional integrity.
• Experience with audit tools and ERP systems is desirable

Application Closing Date
30th November, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@eyefoundationhospital.com using the job title as the subject of the mail.