Senior Internal Auditor Job at Palton Morgan Holdings

Palton Morgan Holdings emerged in 2014 with a strategic initiative to revamp the real estate business model in Africa and attain a clear and distinct market leadership position through creating world-class master-planned communities and offer unrivalled lifestyles. Palton Morgan Holding is a parent company of Grenadines Homes, PropertyMart, The Oceanna, PM Capital, Mitcherutti and Paltonloitte.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Senior Internal Auditor

Job Location: Lagos

Job Summary

• As an Audit Executive, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the integrity of our financial operations and adherence to regulatory standards.
• Your expertise in financial analysis and audit procedures will be essential in maintaining transparency and accuracy in our real estate business.

Responsibilities

• Financial Auditing: Conduct comprehensive financial audits of Palton Morgan Holdings, including the examination of financial statements, accounts, and transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance with industry regulations.
• Risk Assessment: Identify potential risks in financial processes and systems, and develop strategies to mitigate them. Provide recommendations for improving internal controls.
• Process Improvement: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance financial processes and internal controls. Implement measures to increase efficiency and reduce the risk of financial discrepancies.
• Fraud Detection: Proactively identify potential instances of fraud or irregularities within financial transactions and work with management to investigate and address any issues.
• Compliance: Stay updated on relevant accounting standards, regulations, and tax laws. Ensure the company's financial activities align with legal requirements and industry best practices.
• Documentation: Maintain organized and detailed audit documentation, including workpapers, findings, and reports. Prepare clear and concise reports for management and stakeholders.
• Reporting: Generate periodic audit reports and present findings to senior management, offering insights and recommendations for improvements in financial operation.
• Safeguard the company's assets through biannual review of the level of update of company asset register and stick taking
• Carry out bank callover to ensure funds are properly tracked and documented
• Ensure regularization of clients'statements and documents prior to handing over title documentations, allocation, and refund
• Monitor statutory compliance as it relates to the Company's operations.
• Ensure compliance with policies and procedures established by management

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• ICAN Certification
• Proven experience in financial auditing, preferably in the real estate industry.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, regulations, and auditing standards.
• Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in using audit software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong ethical conduct and integrity.