Department: Internal Audit
Industry: Automobile Manufacturing
Location: No. 1 Akaka Road, Ode Remo, Ogun State, Nigeria
Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Internal Audit Officer with strong practical knowledge of engineering and automobile manufacturing processes. The successful candidate will support internal audit activities, evaluate controls, identify operational risks, and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct internal audits across Finance, Production, Engineering, Procurement, Stores, Maintenance, and other departments.
Review operational and engineering processes to identify control weaknesses, inefficiencies, and potential risks.
Evaluate compliance with company policies, procedures, engineering standards, and operational requirements.
Verify inventory, assets, materials, production records, and other operational documentation.
Identify irregularities, process gaps, waste, and potential financial or operational losses.
Assist in assessing internal controls and recommend practical corrective actions.
Review engineering and manufacturing records to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
Participate in physical verification and inspection of company assets, equipment, materials, and inventory.
Prepare audit working papers, findings, and reports for management review.
Follow up on previous audit findings to confirm implementation of corrective actions.
Work closely with relevant departments to improve operational controls and risk management.
Qualifications & Requirements
Bachelor’s degree or HND in Accounting, Finance, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
Minimum of 3 years of relevant internal audit experience, preferably in an automobile, engineering, or manufacturing environment.
Strong practical knowledge of engineering and automobile manufacturing processes is mandatory.
Good understanding of internal controls, risk assessment, audit procedures, and compliance.
Ability to understand engineering documentation, production records, technical reports, and process specifications.
Knowledge of manufacturing, inventory, procurement, maintenance, and quality control processes.
Strong analytical, investigative, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
High level of integrity, confidentiality, and attention to detail.
Professional accounting or audit certification is an advantage.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.