About the Role
Dangote Group is one of Africa's most diversified business conglomerates, renowned for excellence in manufacturing, logistics, and real estate with operational headquarters in Lagos, Nigeria. We are currently seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Audit Specialist to join our internal audit team. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in providing objective assurance, evaluating risk management processes, and driving operational efficiency across our multi-billion Naira business units.
Key Responsibilities- Support the Team Lead in developing and executing comprehensive Financial and Operational Audit Plans.
- Evaluate financial records, establish risk-based audit programs, and ensure strict adherence to audit procedures.
- Review, validate, and oversee financial and operational audit reports prepared by junior analysts.
- Communicate findings and strategic recommendations to senior management, Unit MDs, and the Audit Committee.
- Ensure full compliance with International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing and the IIA Code of Ethics.
- Conduct special investigations, ad-hoc reviews, and peer quality assessments as directed by leadership.
- Collaborate with process owners to monitor management responses and follow up on external audit recommendations.
- Mentor audit analysts and identify team training needs to foster continuous professional growth.
- Bachelor's degree (B.Sc.) or HND in Accounting or a related discipline; a Master’s degree or MBA is an added advantage.
- Active membership in recognized professional bodies such as ICAN, ACCA, CIA, or CPA.
- Minimum of 7 years of robust financial and operational audit experience, ideally gained within Big 4 firms or large global corporations.
- Extensive knowledge of IFRS, ICFR, financial controls, and accounting packages including SAP.
- Strong analytical, critical thinking, and communication skills with meticulous attention to detail.
- Comprehensive private health insurance coverage.
- Paid time off and robust work-life balance policies.
- Continuous training, development, and career advancement opportunities within a Pan-African conglomerate.