Deputy Head, Internal Audit and Control

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October 24, 2026

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Job Description

HIRING

Deputy Head, Internal Audit and Control

๐Ÿ“ Location: Lagos
Compensation: โ‚ฆ800,000โ€“โ‚ฆ900,000

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced audit professional to support the Head of Internal Audit and Control in safeguarding financial integrity, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance. The successful candidate will lead day-to-day audit activities and assume delegated authority in the Headโ€™s absence.

Key Responsibilities

โ€ข Plan, supervise, and execute audits in line with the departmentโ€™s audit plan.
โ€ข Evaluate internal controls, risk management, and governance processes, recommending improvements.
โ€ข Review and quality-assure audit reports and working papers.
โ€ข Investigate suspected fraud, policy breaches, and financial misconduct.
โ€ข Oversee transaction monitoring, including pre-disbursement checks and daily postings call-over.
โ€ข Track implementation of audit recommendations across departments.
โ€ข Coach, train, and appraise audit staff.

Requirements

โ€ข Bachelorโ€™s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
โ€ข Minimum of 6 yearsโ€™ relevant experience in internal audit, internal control, or risk management, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
โ€ข ACA, ACCA, ICAN, CIA, or equivalent professional qualification is an advantage.
โ€ข Strong analytical, report-writing, and communication skills.
โ€ข Proven leadership and people-management abilities, integrity, and sound judgment.
โ€ข Experience in a structured corporate or financial services environment is preferred.

How to Apply

๐Ÿ“ง Apply via: mary.taiwo@conceptgroup-ng.com

Send your CV with Deputy Head, Internal Audit and Control as the email subject.