Internal Auditor

About this role

SIMS Nigeria Limited is seeking an Internal Auditor to assess and strengthen the company’s internal controls, risk management, and governance. The role involves conducting financial, operational, and compliance audits, identifying control weaknesses, and recommending improvements. The candidate will work across departments to safeguard assets and support business objectives, including branch and process audits and investigations into suspected irregularities. The employer operates in electronics distribution and has multiple branches across Nigeria. The position is based in Oyo, Nigeria.

What you would do

• Plan and perform internal audits across finance, operations, sales, inventory, procurement, service and administration.
• Assess internal controls, risk management and governance processes for adequacy and effectiveness.
• Review financial records, transactions and operational processes for accuracy and compliance.
• Conduct branch audits, cash counts, inventory verification and fixed asset checks.
• Identify risks and recommend corrective actions.
• Prepare audit working papers, findings and management recommendations.
• Monitor implementation of audit recommendations and follow up on issues.
• Investigate suspected fraud and policy violations and report findings.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, policies, accounting standards and governance requirements.
• Assist in developing audit programs and procedures; support external audits.

What they are asking for

• Bachelor's Degree or HND in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics or related field.
• Professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIA is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in internal or external audit, risk management or compliance.
• Strong knowledge of internal auditing standards, controls, risk management and governance.
• Understanding of IFRS, financial reporting standards, taxation and regulatory compliance.
• Experience in operational, financial, compliance and investigative audits.
• Analytical, investigative and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent report writing, communication and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with ERP systems is an added advantage.
• High integrity, objectivity and professionalism; able to work independently and meet deadlines.

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