Emmanuel Bakeries Limited, established 11 years ago, stands as a prominent distributor in Kogi State, specializing in fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) and non-consumable products. Renowned for its commitment to excellence and deep community engagement, Emmanuel Bakeries Limited has built a sterling reputation for delivering quality service. With an extensive distribution network spanning the region, Emmanuel Bakeries Limited has forged strategic partnerships with leading brands, ensuring a diverse range of high-quality products for its customers. The company’s core mission revolves around facilitating seamless connections between consumers and businesses, driven by reliability, ethics, and social responsibility.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Auditor

Location: Lokoja, Kogi
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• The Auditor will be responsible for executing the internal audit plan, contributing to the audit process with a focus on identifying risks and improving control effectiveness across the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct financial, operational, and compliance audits in accordance with the internal audit plan.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and identify areas of risk and opportunities for improvement.
• Prepare audit findings, write audit reports, and present these findings to the Head of Audit.
• Assist in the follow-up on the implementation of audit recommendations and the resolution of audit findings.
• Work closely with departments to understand processes and provide advice on internal controls and risk management.
• Support the preparation for external audits and regulatory reviews, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Stay informed about the latest developments in accounting standards, auditing techniques, and related regulations.

Qualifications

• Experience in auditing, with a solid understanding of audit principles, standards, and procedures.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills.
• Strong attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting / Finance, or a related field. Professional certifications such as CPA or CIA are advantageous.

Skills:

• Audit Methodology: Understanding of auditing principles, techniques, and standards. This includes knowledge of audit planning, fieldwork, documentation, and reporting.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to meticulously review financial records, inventory reports, production logs, and other documents to identify discrepancies, errors, or potential areas of improvement.
• Analytical Skills: Proficiency in analyzing data, identifying trends, and interpreting financial information to assess the bakery’s financial health and operational efficiency.
• Communication Skills: Effective verbal and written communication skills are essential for conveying audit findings, discussing recommendations with management, and preparing clear and concise audit reports.
• Time Management: The ability to manage time effectively to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and conduct audits efficiently without compromising quality.
• Ethical Conduct: Upholding integrity, objectivity, and independence in conducting audits, adhering to professional standards and ethical guidelines.
• Problem-Solving Abilities: Capacity to identify issues, investigate root causes, and develop practical solutions to address audit findings and improve internal controls.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with food safety regulations, health and safety standards, and other relevant industry regulations governing bakery operations.
• Teamwork: Collaborative mindset to work effectively with colleagues within the audit team and across different departments within the bakery company.
• Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing priorities, audit methodologies, and business environments to ensure effective audit processes.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in using audit software, spreadsheet applications, and other relevant tools to facilitate audit procedures, data analysis, and report generation.
• Industry Awareness: Understanding of bakery industry operations, production processes, supply chain management, and market dynamics to assess risks and opportunities specific to the bakery business.

Application Closing Date
15th May, 2024.