About the Role
The Concept Group is looking for a strategic and results-driven Head, Internal Audit & Control to lead our internal audit function in Lagos, Nigeria. In this senior management role, you will provide critical assurance on the effectiveness of our financial, operational, and internal control processes while aligning with our core values of Great People, Continuous Innovation, and Ideal Culture.
Key Responsibilities- Lead and supervise the Internal Audit & Control Department, providing strategic direction to drive operational excellence.
- Develop and execute comprehensive risk-based audit plans and timetables across the organization.
- Conduct thorough pre- and post-transaction audits, ensuring rigorous internal control checks on all pre-disbursement activities.
- Assess the adequacy of financial controls, identify operational risks, and recommend practical corrective actions.
- Perform proactive investigations into control breaches and monitor the implementation of audit recommendations.
- Prepare comprehensive audit reports and present executive summaries to Management and the Board Audit Committee.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to improve operational efficiency and maintain compliance with professional standards.
- Bachelor Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in internal audit, control, or risk management within a structured organization.
- Demonstrated expertise in internal auditing standards, ethics, fraud awareness, and control assessment frameworks.
- Strong leadership capabilities with proven experience managing cross-functional teams.
- Exceptional analytical, investigation, documentation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
- A collaborative, innovative, and values-driven work environment.