Efezi Southsea Nigeria Limited, established in 2009, Efezi Southsea Nigeria Limited is a hospitality consultancy firm specializing in providing expert services to small and medium-sized hotels.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Group Head of Internal Audit / Internal Control Manager

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full Time

Job Summary

• We are seeking a highly experienced and qualified professional to serve as Group Head of Internal Audit / Internal Control Manager.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing internal audit functions, strengthening internal control systems, and ensuring compliance across all business units.
• The ideal candidate must be a Chartered Accountant with a minimum of ten (10) years’ experience in a similar role within the hospitality industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective internal audit and internal control systems across all departments.
• Conduct regular audits, risk assessments, and compliance checks to ensure operational efficiency.
• Evaluate financial records and internal processes to detect fraud, irregularities, or control weaknesses.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory standards, and financial reporting requirements.
• Prepare and present audit reports and recommendations to senior management.
• Monitor the implementation of corrective actions following audit findings.
• Strengthen risk management frameworks and internal control procedures within the organization.
• Provide guidance and advisory support to management on internal control best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in internal audit/internal control, strictly within the hospitality industry.
• Professional certification (ICAN / ACA) is required.
• Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks, risk assessment, and audit standards.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and accounting/audit software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, ERP systems).
• Excellent analytical, investigative, and report-writing skills.
• Strong ethics, integrity, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and perform effectively under pressure.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary.

Application Closing Date
20th March, 2026.