The Simba Group which started operations in 1988, is a conglomerate having a Pan-Nigeria presence and business interests in some other most dynamic sectors in the economy. The Group is a dominant player in the transportation, power products, and IT-enabled service sectors which are critical to the sustained growth of the Nigerian Economy.

The corporate vision of the Group is to provide innovative and quality products along with excellent aftersales service to our customers. The activities of the Group are guided by strong value systems built around Integrity, Innovation, Openness, and Consistency.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Internal Auditor

Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The Internal Audit role is responsible for the execution and overseeing compliance audits across all Wandel international.
• This role leads the full lifecycle of audit engagements—from risk assessment and planning to execution, reporting, and follow-up—ensuring audits are delivered to a high standard and in alignment with the Group Internal Audit Methodology and the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (IIA Standards).
• The incumbent plays a key role in providing assurance over the effectiveness of compliance frameworks, policy adherence, and regulatory obligations across Wandel Group.
• This includes assessing internal policies and control systems, identifying systemic weaknesses, and recommending actionable improvements to strengthen governance and enhance risk management.

Other Responsibilities

• Supportin audit planning and conduct risks-based audit process.
• Lead and perform fieldwork activities, including process walkthroughs, control testing, policy evaluation, and gathering sufficient audit evidence.
• Assess compliance with internal policies, applicable laws/procedures and contractual obligations.
• Leverage data analytics to enhance audit coverage and identify anomalies or red flags.
• Assist with the development and defining the scope of review, propose tailored audit work program and audit time schedules.
• Perform walk through interviews with key stakeholders and testing of complex / non-routine audit areas including the development and completion of work programs.
• Evaluate internal controls’ design and operating effectiveness over financial reporting, including identifying control gaps and recommending improvements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify control gaps and facilitate the implementation of corrective actions.
• Stay abreast of industry regulations and standards to ensure compliance and best practices are integrated into our audit processes.
• Prepare high-quality audit reports with well-documented findings, root cause analysis, risk implications, and actionable recommendations
• Track implementation of audit recommendations, validate remedial actions and escalate overdue or ineffective responses
• Carry out other responsibility as require by management

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related discipline with a minimum of Second Class upper/Upper credit.
• ACA, ACCA, CIA, CISA or equivalent certification (or actively pursuing) is an advantage.
• Have a minimum of five credits in WASSCE Ordinary Level/NECO subjects or acceptable equivalent examination, including Mathematics and English Language in one sitting only.
• At least 6 years of working experience in internal audit, risk or advisory.
• Considerable knowledge of accounting principles, practices, procedures, and generally accepted auditing standards.
• Results-oriented with strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and reporting skills, with the ability to communicate complex technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Opportunities for Professional Growth and Career Advancement

Application Closing Date
30th September, 2025.