Internal Audit & Control Lead

Internal Audit & Control Lead

JNO Integrated Services is seeking a dedicated and analytical Internal Audit & Control Lead to strengthen its internal audit, risk-management, and control framework. The role involves evaluating risks across financial and operational processes, leading audits, monitoring compliance, and ensuring that control weaknesses are addressed.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of risk-based internal audits across financial, operational, and administrative functions.
• Evaluate the design and effectiveness of internal controls and recommend improvements to mitigate identified risks.
• Conduct periodic risk assessments and support the development of appropriate risk-mitigation plans.
• Monitor compliance with company policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Review the accuracy, completeness, and reliability of financial and operational information.
• Identify control weaknesses, process gaps, irregularities, and potential areas of financial or operational risk.
• Prepare clear audit reports outlining findings, risk implications, and practical recommendations.
• Track the implementation of audit recommendations and corrective actions with relevant process owners.
• Support management in strengthening business processes, safeguarding company assets, and improving operational efficiency.
• Provide oversight, coaching, and technical guidance to internal audit or control support staff.
• Maintain proper audit documentation, working papers, and supporting records.
• Promote a strong culture of accountability, compliance, and ethical conduct across the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• 5–8 years of relevant experience in internal audit, internal control, risk management, or compliance.
• Relevant experience in agribusiness, FMCG, manufacturing, or a related industry.
• Strong knowledge of audit methodologies, risk-assessment techniques, and internal-control frameworks.
• Practical experience in financial control, compliance monitoring, and business-process improvement.
• Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder-management, and report-writing skills.
• High levels of integrity, objectivity, confidentiality, and professional judgment.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple audit assignments, and follow through on corrective actions.
• Willingness to work onsite and reside in or relocate to Igbariam, Anambra State.
• Professional certifications such as ICAN, ACCA, CIA, CISA, CRMA, or other relevant qualifications will be an added advantage.

Salary Net monthly salary of N800,000–1,000,000 per month, depending on experience and competence.

How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to recruitment.jnoservices@gmail.com using the job title e.g. "Engineering & Maintenance Lead" as the subject of the email.