Auditor Manager

Responsibilities:

• Plan, coordinate, and manage internal and external audit assignments.
• Develop comprehensive audit plans based on identified business and financial risks.
• Lead and supervise audit teams to ensure effective execution of audit procedures.
• Review financial statements, accounting records, transactions, and supporting documentation.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and recommend improvements.
• Conduct financial, operational, compliance, and risk-based audits.
• Identify financial irregularities, control weaknesses, fraud risks, and process inefficiencies.
• Review audit working papers and ensure findings are properly documented and supported.
• Prepare detailed audit reports highlighting findings, risks, and recommendations.
• Present audit findings and recommendations to senior management and relevant stakeholders.
• Monitor management’s implementation of audit recommendations and corrective actions.
• Coordinate with external auditors, regulatory authorities, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
• Assess business processes and recommend improvements to increase efficiency and reduce financial risks.
• Develop and monitor audit budgets, timelines, and performance indicators.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of financial and organizational information.
• Train, mentor, and develop junior and senior audit team members.
• Stay updated on changes in accounting standards, auditing practices, tax laws, and regulatory requirements.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or HND in Accounting, Finance, Auditing, or a related field.
• Professional qualification such as ICAN, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent is required/preferred.
• Proven years of relevant audit experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of auditing standards, accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Good understanding of risk management, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent leadership and team-management abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting/audit software.
• Excellent report-writing, communication, and presentation skills.
• Strong attention to detail and professional judgment.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and ethical conduct.
• Ability to manage multiple audit assignments and meet strict deadlines.