About the Role
Zeenab Foods Limited is a prominent Nigerian food processing and agro-commodity trading company headquartered in the Idu Industrial District of Abuja. We are seeking a diligent and analytical Internal Audit / Control Officer to strengthen our internal control environment, ensure operational compliance, and mitigate financial risks across our growing enterprise.
Key Responsibilities- Conduct regular reviews of financial, operational, procurement, inventory, and administrative processes to ensure compliance with approved policies.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and identify potential control gaps, weaknesses, and operational risks.
- Perform periodic checks and reconciliations of cash, bank transactions, inventory, purchases, sales, and company records.
- Monitor adherence to established approval limits, segregation of duties, and standard operating procedures.
- Conduct physical stock and inventory audits while investigating discrepancies, losses, or unusual stock movements.
- Review procurement and payment processes to guarantee compliance with company policies and financial regulations.
- Identify operational inefficiencies, financial irregularities, and fraud risks, escalating significant findings to management.
- Prepare comprehensive internal audit reports highlighting findings, risk assessments, and actionable recommendations.
- Assist in developing and improving internal control policies, procedures, and audit checklists.
- Bachelor's degree or HND in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
- 2 to 5 years of relevant experience in internal audit, external audit, accounting, compliance, or financial control.
- Progress toward or completion of professional qualifications such as ICAN, ACCA, CISA, or equivalent is a strong advantage.
- Solid understanding of accounting principles, risk management frameworks, and audit procedures.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and modern accounting software applications.
- Strong analytical, investigative, reporting, and problem-solving skills with a high level of integrity and attention to detail.
- Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
- Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement within a leading agro-allied company.
- Dynamic, collaborative, and challenging work environment in Abuja.