Head, Internal Audit at KPMG Nigeria

KPMG is a global network of independent professional services firm with deep expertise in the provision of audit, tax and advisory services to clients in various industries and sectors of the economy. The Firm is well represented in Nigeria and across the African continent, with the objective of providing exceptional and quality services to multinational, regional and local clients and to enhance the product offerings in certain previously under-serviced markets.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head, Internal Audit

Location: Plateau

Purpose of the Job

• Manage the Company’s Internal Audit processes by ensuring strict adherence to the Company’s internal control policies and procedures.
• Lead financial, operational, and business process audits, ensuring compliance with business control criteria
• Liaise with internal and external control functions (HSSE, Legal, External Auditors, and Regulators) to ensure optimal audit coverage and minimize duplication of efforts
• Prepare periodic reports for the attention of the MD/CEO
• Review and authorize key expenditures/transactions of the Department in line with approved budget
• Identify key risks, evaluate the effectiveness of controls, and recommend process improvements to strengthen financial and operational controls
• Coordinate planned and ad-hoc audits, including regulatory and compliance reviews
• Perform any other tasks assigned from time to time by the MD/CEO.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or its Equivalent Qualification in Accounting, Finance, Economics or a related numerate discipline from a recognized tertiary institution
• MBA or a Master’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or any related discipline from a recognized tertiary institution
• Minimum of 10 years relevant professional experience, with at least five (5) years in a Senior Management position in a similar corporate role
• Relevant Professional Certifications from reputable institutions, e.g., Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), Association of Certified and Chartered Accountants (ACCA). Association of National Accountants of Nigeria (ANAN) or any other relevant professional qualification
• Attributes and Competencies
• Excellent understanding of the standards of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) and ability to fully comply with IIA standards
• In-depth understanding and knowledge of Internal audit methodologies, financial reporting frameworks & regulatory requirements.

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