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.

Under the leadership of its Chairman and the Group Managing Director, the Palton Morgan Holdings has grown to be one of the largest real estate investment firms in Nigeria, with a staff strength of about 150 employees. The group has delivered 700+ units of houses in the past 5 years and currently has about 500+ units under construction to be delivered within the next 12 months.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Senior Internal Auditor

Job Location: Lagos
Employment type: Full-time 

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.
• Fraud Detection: Proactively identify potential instances of fraud or irregularities within financial transactions and work with management to investigate and address any issues.
• 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
• 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.
• 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.
• 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

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA or CIA certification is a plus.
• Proven experience in financial auditing, preferably in the real estate industry.
• Proficiency in using audit software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• 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.
• Strong ethical conduct and integrity.