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Internal Auditor at First Independent Power Limited (FIPL)


First Independent Power Limited (FIPL) is a Power Generation company located in Rivers state with 4 simple gas turbine power plants with a total capacity of 541MW. Following the nation’s privatization exercise, Sahara, through its power division, Sahara Power Group and sundry affiliations, acquired FIPL.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:   Job Title: Internal Auditor Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers Job Type: Full Time
Purpose Statements
  • To plan, execute and report on operational, financial, regulatory and compliance-related audits & reviews of FIPL.
Key Deliverables
  • Analyses and concludes on effectiveness and efficiency of control environment.
  • Identifies control gaps and opportunities for improvement.
  • Prepares timely audit reports for executive management, the Audit Committee and the Board of Directors.
  • Assess, evaluate and promote compliance to internal Sahara policies.
  • Liaises with the external auditor for year-end external audit
  • Provides advice on internal control and participates in enhancing internal audit standards and practices within the group
  • Provides update on new or technical subjects when required to support audits (e.g. Basel III, OSFI Guidelines, market risk, etc.)
  • Conduct performance review of subordinates.
  • Prepare periodic report for the attention of the CEO.
  • Plans financial, regulatory, compliance and operational reviews/audits.
  • Coordinates work with Risk, Legal & Compliance and other control-related activities and with others within Internal Audit in the group.
  • Conducts risk assessments and identifies controls in place to mitigate identified risks.
  • Coordinates audit procedures to verify that controls are in place
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the CEO.
Minimum Qualification / Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or any relevant course
  • Postgraduate qualification and professional certification equally required
  • Relevant professional certification (e.g. CIA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CFA).
  • Minimum of six (6) years relevant work experience in a similar role
Knowledge/Skills:
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designation is preferred.
  • Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook
  • Proficiency in other accounting soft wares & applications
  • Excellent time management and organizational skills
  • Excellent understanding of the standards of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) and ability to fully comply with IIA standards
  • Ability to manage projects and, when required, supervise auditors to follow sound internal control practices and to manage risks appropriately.
  • Strong skills in negotiating, relationship building, problem-solving, and timely problem escalation.
  • Good investigative skills
Personality Traits:
  • Quick thinker
  • Confidence and Resilience
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Analytical skills
 
How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should: Click here to apply