Internal Audit Officer

About the Role

Fact Base Consulting is recruiting an experienced Internal Audit Officer on behalf of our client in the inventory-driven and retail sector. In this role, you will play a crucial part in safeguarding company assets, ensuring financial accuracy, and maintaining robust internal controls across all operational processes. We are looking for a detail-oriented professional who can seamlessly bridge financial oversight with practical inventory management.

• Review invoices and ensure correct posting of all financial payments and transactions.
• Conduct routine audits of invoices, quotations, sales transactions, and financial records.
• Monitor inventory management processes, including stock receipts, transfers, sales, and returns.
• Participate in regular stock-taking exercises to maintain accurate and reliable stock records.
• Reconcile sales invoices and physical stock balances with inventory records to identify discrepancies and losses.
• Investigate adverse balances and submit accurate, timely reports to the supervisor.
• Assess organizational compliance with internal policies, financial procedures, and established controls.
• Identify potential fraud, errors, irregularities, and control weaknesses, reporting all findings immediately.
• Prepare clear, comprehensive audit reports highlighting key findings, risks, recommendations, and corrective actions.
• Perform other audit-related duties as assigned by management.

• B.Sc. or HND in Accounting, Finance, Auditing, or any related discipline.
• Minimum of two years of relevant experience in internal audit, preferably within retail, supermarkets, distribution, or inventory-driven businesses.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with relevant accounting or inventory management systems.
• Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.

• Competitive salary aligned with industry standards.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development.
• Dynamic and supportive work environment within a reputable establishment.

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