Internal Audit Officer Job at Asset & Resource Management Company (ARM)

Asset & Resource Management Holding Company - Established in 1994 as an asset management firm, ARM offers wealth creation opportunities through a unique blend of traditional asset management and alternative investment services. We enable businesses to thrive, and help our clients to maximize their returns and realise their most important goals.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Internal Audit Officer

Job Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Category: Risk and Audit

Job Summary

• Responsible for supporting the Internal Audit function in the delivery of the Group's internal audit strategy and plan and ensuring compliance with established policies, procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Fostering a conscious control environment within the company by providing timely and reliable assurance on corporate governance, risk and controls.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of the annual Internal Audit plan.
• Implement the IA methodology for the business.
• Contribute to the safeguarding of corporate assets by ensuring that appropriate internal controls are in place and operating effectively.
• Evaluate the adequacy of process design and the effectiveness of controls in meeting business and control objectives
• Perform audit tests and prepare working papers in accordance with professional IIA standards and IA methodology.
• Identify and document control and process weaknesses and provide evidential support for findings.
• Propose practical and value-added recommendations to address control weaknesses and/or process inefficiencies.
• Organize and reference work papers for review by Supervisor.
• Participate in closing meetings with client at the end of fieldwork, providing clear explanations for identified issues.
• Perform consulting services for management through participation in projects designed to introduce new and/or changing processes, products or facilities.
• Conduct investigations as instructed and ensure detailed evidence/documentation is retained for all findings related to the investigation
• Develop and maintain effective and professional working relationships with all levels of staff within the organization, including Senior Management and Audit Committee of the Board
• Prepare and disseminate material for the quarterly Audit Committee meetings
• Conduct periodic spot checks in line with agreed spot check plan or as instructed by Supervisor/Senior Management.
• Follow up on the progress of implementation of recommendations from audit and investigations to senior management.
• Organize relevant training and awareness sessions for members of the assurance units.
• Drive implementation of the Unit’s strategic initiatives and other ad-hoc assignments that may be required by Supervisor/Senior Management.

Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 relevant years of work experience in auditing (systems audit experience will be an added advantage)
• Post-secondary education in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, IT or related discipline
• A recognized professional designation in Accounting or Internal Auditing (ACA, ACCA, CMA, CGA, CIA etc)
• IT Audit or Information Security Certification is required (CISA, CRISC, CISSP etc)
• Proficient in the use of data analytics tools (e.g SQL, Power BI etc)
• Solid understanding of risk and control concepts and the ability to apply these concepts.
• Working knowledge of professional IIA performance standards with regarding to planning, testing, sampling and documentation.

Competency and Skill Requirements:

• Good interpersonal skills with a proven ability to communicate effectively (both written and verbal) with all levels within the organization.
• Capable of working independently and with minimum supervision.
• Depth of knowledge in auditing standards, procedures and related techniques.
• Strong working knowledge of information technology and its implications on business operations
• Logical approach to identifying and evaluating issues and problem solving.
• Knowledge of data analytical methodologies and tool
• Well-developed organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple assignments.
• Awareness of the need for confidentially in sensitive matters.
• Demonstrated job commitment and personal flexibility to meet changing expectations.
• Commitment to self-development and expansion of knowledge.