Senior Auditor

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Auditor

Industry: Manufacturing | FMCG

Reports To: Head of Internal Audit / Chief Financial Officer

Direct Reports: Audit Officers (where applicable)

Location: Lagos State

Work Structure: Fully Onsite

Remuneration: ₦2,000,000 Gross Monthly



Client Overview
Our client is a leading organization in the manufacturing and FMCG industry, engaged in the production and nationwide distribution of high-quality consumer products. With a strong operational footprint across Nigeria, the company is committed to maintaining excellence in corporate governance, financial integrity, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance while driving sustainable business growth.



Role Summary
Our client is seeking an experienced and highly analytical Senior Auditor to strengthen its internal audit and risk management function. The successful candidate will be responsible for evaluating financial and operational controls, assessing business risks, ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements, and providing actionable recommendations that improve operational efficiency and safeguard organizational assets.

Key Responsibilities

Internal Audit & Risk Management

• Develop and execute risk-based internal audit plans across business units and operational processes.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, governance processes, and risk management frameworks.
• Identify control weaknesses, operational risks, and compliance gaps, recommending practical corrective actions.

• Conduct financial, operational, inventory, and compliance audits to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and accountability.
• Review financial records, accounting processes, procurement activities, and inventory management for compliance with established policies.
• Verify the integrity of financial information and ensure adherence to applicable accounting standards.

• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations, internal policies, and corporate governance standards.
• Monitor the implementation of audit recommendations and follow up on outstanding corrective actions.
• Support internal and external audit engagements by providing required documentation and audit support.

• Prepare comprehensive audit reports highlighting findings, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Present audit observations and recommendations to senior management.
• Recommend process improvements that enhance operational efficiency, strengthen controls, and reduce business risk.

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline.
  ICAN, ACA, ACCA, CIA, or an equivalent professional qualification is highly preferred.
• Minimum of 6–8 years of progressive audit experience, preferably within the manufacturing, FMCG, or related industry.
• Strong knowledge of internal auditing standards, risk management, financial controls, and corporate governance.
• Experience with ERP systems and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent analytical, investigative, and report-writing skills.

• Internal Audit
• Risk Assessment & Management
• Financial & Operational Auditing
• Internal Controls
• Regulatory Compliance
• Corporate Governance
• Fraud Detection & Investigation
• Data Analysis & Reporting
• Problem Solving
• Attention to Detail
• Stakeholder Management
• Ethical Judgment & Integrity