Chief Internal Auditor at Eta Zuma Mining and Industries Limited

Eta Zuma Mining and Industries Limited provides premium solutions to businesses in the primary and secondary sectors of the economy, especially those in solid minerals, extractive industry, manufacturing industry and agriculture. Some of its clients are Zuma 828 Coal Limited, IMEX Mineral Resources and Processing Company, Zuma Energy Nigeria Limited, Zuma Steel W/A Limited, and Zuma Metals & Energy Resources Limited.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Chief Internal Auditor

Location: Abuja (FCT) 
Employment Type: Full Time
Job Category: Internal Audit

Job Summary

• We are seeking an experienced Chief Internal Auditor to provide independent assurance on the effectiveness of our internal controls, risk management, and governance processes.
• The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in auditing complex operational and financial environments and will play a key role in safeguarding company assets, promoting financial integrity, and ensuring compliance with corporate and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the organization’s annual internal audit plan based on risk assessment.
• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls across all departments.
• Review financial records, operational processes, and compliance with company policies and statutory requirements.
• Monitor and follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations.
• Support management in identifying and mitigating key business and operational risks.
• Ensure adherence to professional audit standards and ethical practices.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the internal audit team to maintain high-quality performance.
• Conduct audits of high-risk areas, including procurement, inventory, and financial transactions.
• Prepare and present audit findings, risk assessments, and recommendations to management and the Audit Committee.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Economics or related fields.
• Professional certification required: CIA, ACCA, ICAN, or CPA.
• Experience using audit management software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Excellent analytical, reporting, and communication skills.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and ethical standards.
• Minimum of 10 years’ audit experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role within the mining, oil & gas, or heavy industrial sector.
• Strong knowledge of operational audits involving inventory, logistics, and procurement processes.

Key Competencies:

• Risk assessment and internal control design.
• Data-driven decision-making and attention to detail.
• Leadership, coaching, and stakeholder management.
• Financial and operational auditing expertise.
• Strong understanding of procurement and inventory management processes.

Salary
N1,000,000 Monthly.

How to Apply
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