HEAD OF INTERNAL AUDIT

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Nigeria, Ibadan

Permanent

Mobility : Nigéria

Microfinance / Insurance / Financial Services

Education level : Degree, HND / BSC

Experience : More than 7 years

02/18/2026 - Ref : 01MD492480

Job description

• To contribute significantly to the risk assessment and the design of the audit plan

• To provide on-going guidance to Junior Internal Auditors (when applicable) in the planning and
preparation of internal audit missions

• To be responsible for conducting internal audit missions in line with the audit plan

• To participate in special audit missions as may be required by the Managing Director or the Audit
Committee or the Advans Group Internal Auditor

• To propose corrective measures (recommendations) for deficiencies identified during the
missions

• To apply Internal Audit Standards and Advans audit methodologies in the course of his/her
duties, in order to produce audit programs and working papers including a relevant and
sufficient documentation of the audit activities and of produced recommendations

• To regularly monitor the implementation of internal audit recommendations and, where
applicable, of recommendations made by regulators or External Auditors

• When deemed necessary, to assist in examining new or updated procedures prior to their
implementation in order to prevent possible deficiencies in the internal control system.

GENERIC ACTIVITIES

• To prepare mission reports and deliver them to the management of the audited entity, to obtain
management responses and to review these answers before submission to the Managing
Director and to the Audit Committee

• Responsible for the preparation of audit activity reports on a regular basis for submission to the
Audit Committee and the Advans Group Internal Auditor

• Responsible for planning, assigning, and reviewing the work of Junior Internal Auditors engaged
in systematic and special audits under his/her supervision

• Oversees the conduct, review and evaluation of audit program guidelines and daily Junior
Internal Auditors supervision

Required profile

REQUIRED
QUALIFICATION:

·
7–10 years of relevant work
experience in Audit Manager role, preferably within a financial institution.

·
Minimum of B.Sc. in Accounting.

·
Professional Qualifications: ICAN,
CIBN.

About Advans

Advans Nigeria, originally established as La Fayette Microfinance Bank Limited in June 2012, was founded with the mission to provide comprehensive financial services to Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across Nigeria. Our commitment to supporting MSMEs is at the heart of our operations, ensuring financial inclusion and empowerment for small businesses. In January 2013, Advans Nigeria proudly opened its first branch office in Ibadan, marking the beginning of our journey in delivering exceptional microfinance banking services. By May 2013, we expanded with a second branch, followed by three additional branches in 2014 to cater to the growing needs of our clients.
Our growth continued in 2016, with two more branches established outside of Ibadan, further extending our reach. In 2019, Advans Nigeria achieved a significant milestone by obtaining a national operating license from the Central Bank of Nigeria, solidifying our status as a premier microfinance bank. Today, Advans Nigeria boasts over 30 branches and outlets across 7 States in Nigeria, offering a wide range of microfinance solutions, including loans for business owners, digital microfinance banking, and financial services for low-income families. Our expansion plans are focused on reaching even more communities, ensuring that financial empowerment and economic development are accessible to all.
Join Advans Nigeria as we continue to grow and support the financial goals of MSMEs, individuals, and communities throughout Nigeria. Trust us for reliable microfinance banking services and experience the benefits of working with an international microfinance institution dedicated to your success.

Nigeria, Ibadan