Head, Internal Audit

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement the Internal Audit strategy for the company.
• Plan, execute, and oversee operational, financial, and compliance audits across branches, hubs, and departments.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance processes.
• Conduct regular audits on revenue assurance, shipment handling, warehouse management, fleet operations, and financial transactions.
• Identify control gaps, process weaknesses, and potential fraud risks, recommending corrective actions.
• Lead investigations into operational breaches, misconduct, and policy non-compliance.
• Prepare audit reports with clear findings, actionable recommendations, and timelines.
• Monitor the implementation of agreed audit recommendations.
• Work closely with management to improve efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.
• Ensure regulatory and statutory compliance relevant to the logistics and supply chain sector.
• Provide advisory support on internal control design for new processes, systems, or expansions.
• Lead, mentor, and supervise the internal audit team.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• Professional qualifications such as ACA, ACCA, CIA, and CISA (mandatory).
• Minimum of 7–10 years audit experience, with at least 3 years in a senior or managerial audit role.
• Previous experience in logistics, supply chain, transportation, FMCG, or related industries is an added advantage.
• Strong knowledge of audit methodologies, risk management, internal controls, and compliance frameworks.
• Excellent analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and report-writing skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple audit assignments.
• Integrity and professionalism
• Strong attention to detail
• Data analysis and critical thinking
• Process improvement mindset
• Ability to influence and collaborate with management
• Decision-making and sound judgment

Location: Ikeja, Lagos

Industry: Logistics & Supply Chain

Reports To: Managing Director/CEO