JOB TITLE: Head, Internal Audit
Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Industry: Logistics & Supply Chain
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Managing Director/CEO
About the Role
We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Head, Internal Audit to lead our audit function and ensure operational integrity across our logistics operations. The ideal candidate will provide independent assurance, strengthen internal controls, and support continuous improvement across all business units.
Key Responsibilities
• Develop and implement the Internal Audit strategy for the company.
• Plan, execute, and oversee operational, financial, and compliance audits across branches, hubs, and departments.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance processes.
• Conduct regular audits on revenue assurance, shipment handling, warehouse management, fleet operations, and financial transactions.
• Identify control gaps, process weaknesses, and potential fraud risks, recommending corrective actions.
• Lead investigations into operational breaches, misconduct, and policy non-compliance.
• Prepare audit reports with clear findings, actionable recommendations, and timelines.
• Monitor the implementation of agreed audit recommendations.
• Work closely with management to improve efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.
• Ensure regulatory and statutory compliance relevant to the logistics and supply chain sector.
• Provide advisory support on internal control design for new processes, systems, or expansions.
• Lead, mentor, and supervise the internal audit team.
Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• Professional qualifications such as ACA, ACCA, CIA, CISA (mandatory).
• Minimum of 7–10 years audit experience, with at least 3 years in a senior or managerial audit role.
• Previous experience in logistics, supply chain, transportation, FMCG, or related industries is an added advantage.
• Strong knowledge of audit methodologies, risk management, internal controls, and compliance frameworks.
• Excellent analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and report-writing skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple audit assignments.
Key Competencies
• Integrity and professionalism
• Strong attention to detail
• Data analysis and critical thinking
• Process improvement mindset
• Ability to influence and collaborate with management
• Decision-making and sound judgment
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to [email protected] using C25-HIA as the subject of the email.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
- Professional qualifications such as ACA, ACCA, CIA, CISA
- Minimum of 7-10 years audit experience
- At least 3 years in a senior or managerial audit role
- Strong knowledge of audit methodologies, risk management, internal controls, and compliance frameworks
- Excellent analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills
- Strong leadership, communication, and report-writing skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple audit assignments
What We Do
StreSERT Integrated Limited is a management consulting and business support company that provides innovative and tailored solutions to deliver real and measurable outcomes for clients, focusing on human resources, business advisory, and corporate support services.
