Internal Audit Manager

Internal Audit Manager 

Location: Ngor Okpalla, Imo

Employment Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a risk-based internal audit strategy and annual audit plan.
• Lead operational, financial, compliance, and internal control audits across feed mill operations, poultry production, procurement, inventory, finance, payroll, sales, and technology.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of governance, enterprise risk management, and internal control systems.
• Conduct audits of inventory, warehouse operations, procurement, production, payroll, fixed assets, and cash management processes.
• Lead fraud risk assessments and support investigations into suspected irregularities.
• Present audit findings, risk assessments, and recommendations to Executive Management and the Board Audit & Risk Committee.
• Monitor the implementation of agreed audit actions and promote a culture of accountability, compliance, and continuous improvement.
• Lead, coach, and develop the Internal Audit team while maintaining the independence and integrity of the audit function.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in  Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• ACA, ACCA, CPA, or an equivalent professional accounting qualification is strongly preferred.
• CIA (Certified Internal Auditor) is highly desirable. Additional certifications such as CISA, CFE, or CRMA will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 8 years' experience in Internal Audit, Internal Controls, Risk Management, Compliance, or Assurance within a manufacturing, agribusiness, poultry, feed mill, or similar operational environment.
• At least 3 years' experience leading audit engagements or managing an Internal Audit function.
• Strong understanding of risk-based auditing, fraud risk management, corporate governance, and internal control frameworks.
• Demonstrated experience auditing inventory-intensive operations, procurement, production, warehouse management, payroll, and ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, investigative, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience using ERP systems and audit analytics tools such as Excel, SQL, Power BI, ACL, or IDEA is an advantage.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to build and lead the Internal Audit function within one of Nigeria's growing integrated agribusinesses.
• Executive-level role with direct exposure to senior leadership and the Board.
• Competitive remuneration and career growth opportunities.
• Opportunity to contribute to operational excellence, governance, and sustainable business growth.

Application Closing Date

12th August, 2026.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should:

Click here to apply online

Note

• This role is based in Ngor Okpalla, Imo State. Applicants should indicate their current location and whether they are willing to relocate if successful.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.