Internal Auditor, Fashion
Location: Abuja (FCT)
Reports to: Head Internal Audit
Main Function
- The Internal Auditor is responsible for examining and evaluating the company’s financial, operational, and compliance processes to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and adherence to company policies.
- The role involves auditing retail outlets, production units, inventory, procurement, and financial records to prevent losses, detect irregularities, and strengthen internal control systems.
Role Responsibilities
Financial Audit & Verification:
- Review daily sales reports and verify accuracy against POS records.
- Conduct periodic and surprise cash counts at retail outlets.
- Audit expenses, petty cash, and payment approvals.
- Verify invoices, receipts, and supporting documents.
- Ensure all financial transactions follow company policies.
Inventory & Stock Audit:
- Conduct regular physical stock counts of fabrics, accessories, and finished products.
- Reconcile physical inventory with system or manual records.
- Monitor stock movement between production, warehouse, and outlets.
- Investigate shortages, damages, and unexplained variances.
- Ensure proper stock documentation and authorization.
Retail Outlet Audit:
- Audit sales activities at showrooms or outlets.
- Verify that pricing, discounts, and receipts follow company policy.
- Ensure proper use of POS systems.
- Check cash handling procedures and daily reconciliation.
- Confirm that customer orders are properly recorded.
Production & Operations Audit:
- Review production records and material usage.
- Ensure raw materials are used according to approved standards.
- Monitor wastage, rework, and damaged items.
- Confirm that production output matches records.
- Ensure compliance with operational procedures.
Compliance & Internal Control:
- Ensure all departments follow company SOPs and policies.
- Check approval processes for purchases and payments.
- Ensure proper documentation is maintained.
- Identify weaknesses in internal controls.
- Recommend improvements to prevent errors and fraud.
Fraud Detection & Investigation:
- Identify suspicious transactions or unusual activities.
- Assist in investigating theft, fraud, or misconduct.
- Maintain confidentiality during audit investigations.
- Report findings honestly and objectively.
Reporting & Documentation:
- Prepare audit reports after each audit exercise.
- Highlight errors, risks, and policy violations.
- Submit reports to the Head of Internal Audit or Management.
- Follow up to ensure corrections are implemented.
- Maintain proper audit records and files.
Support to Management:
- Provide recommendations to improve efficiency.
- Assist in developing better control systems.
- Support management during external audits.
- Help enforce accountability across departments.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree / HND in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
- Minimum of 3–5 years experience in audit, accounting, or internal control.
- Experience in retail, fashion, manufacturing, or inventory audit is an advantage.
- Knowledge of basic accounting and audit procedures is required.
Core Competencies:
- Strong attention to detail
- Good analytical and investigative skills
- Basic knowledge of accounting principles
- Good report writing skills
- Ability to work independently
- Strong organizational skills
- Integrity and confidentiality.
Application Closing Date
7th April, 2026.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CVs and cover letters to recruitment@domeoresources.org with “Internal Auditor (Fashion Industry Abuja)” as the subject of the email.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.