Responsibilities
Develop and implement the company's internal audit strategy, plans, and programs across all business units and distribution channels.
Lead and supervise audit activities covering warehouse operations, inventory management, logistics, sales, procurement, finance, and branch operations.
Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management processes, and governance systems.
Conduct periodic and surprise audits across depots, distributors, retail channels, and operational locations.
Monitor inventory accuracy, stock movement, product returns, damages, and shrinkage to minimize losses.
Review sales transactions, receivables, cash collections, discounts, and credit processes to identify leakages or irregularities.
Ensure compliance with company policies, financial regulations, tax requirements, and industry standards.
Investigate fraud allegations, operational discrepancies, and control breaches, and recommend corrective actions.
Prepare comprehensive audit reports with actionable recommendations for executive management.
Follow up on audit findings and ensure timely implementation of corrective measures.
Analyze operational and financial data to identify trends, risks, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
Oversee branch and depot audits to ensure adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Collaborate with management to strengthen internal controls and improve operational efficiency.
Coordinate and support external auditors during statutory and financial audits.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives within audit and compliance functions.
Develop audit policies, frameworks, and risk-based audit methodologies.
Supervise, mentor, and evaluate audit team members to ensure high performance and professional development.
Present audit findings and risk assessments to senior management and executive leadership.
Monitor compliance with inventory handling procedures, route-to-market processes, and distributor agreements.
Ensure proper utilization and safeguarding of company assets across all locations.
Qualifications
Candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree or HND with 2-3 years experience.