Assistance Manager - Internal Audit at Cement Company of Northern Nigeria Plc (CCNN)

Cement Company of Northern Nigeria Plc (CCNN), was founded by the Premier of the then Northern Region, Alhaji Sir Ahmadu Bello, Sardauna of Sokoto. It was incorporated in 1962 and commenced production in 1967 with an initial installed capacity of 100,000 tons per annum at the Kalambaina plant.

The need to meet the increasing demand for cement necessitated an expansion of the plant, and we require the services of qualified candidates to fill the below position:

Job Title: Assistance Manager - Internal Audit

Location: Kalambaina Road, Sokoto
Reporting to the Assistant Director Internal Audit

Duties and Responsibilities

• Auditing of financial transactions such as revenue, expenses, asset management, treasury and financial management, international operations, procurement and inventory management, remuneration and payroll, credit policy. etc.
• Auditing of critical processes or/and departments such as energy optimization, technical production including downtime analysis, plant efficiency, quality control/laboratory, quarry operations, technical maintenance, procurement and inventory, finance, human resources, sales and marketing, order reserves, health, safety and environment, security, etc.
• Investigating reported control lapses and suspected fraudulent/sharp practices across the company and recommend appropriate actions.
• Write Mandatory Standard Audit Report for each completed internal audit or control assignment and coordinate necessary updates.
• Periodically make proposals for the review of company's policies and procedures or for the introduction of new policies.
• Ensure effective implementation of/compliance with the company's control policies and procedures in all areas (financial transactions, operational activities, marketing & sales and IT systems) in the departments, sections, all factory locations, offices, depots and warehouses.
• Identify potential risk areas and internal control flaws during audits and make appropriate recommendations for corrective action.

Qualification and Work Experience

• Minimum of B.Sc Degree in Social Sciences or HND.
• Must be a Chartered Accountant (ACCA, or ACA), ACCA Diploma in International Financial Reporting or Master's Degree may be an added advantage.
• At least 5 years experience in Internal control, Audit or Finance in a reputable organization.
• Knowledge and understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Internal Control/Internal Audit, Banking Operations and Cement Manufacturing Industry are essential

Competencies and Skills

• International Financial Reporting Standards Skills
• Financial and Analytical Skills
• Tax Planning and Compliance Skills
• Control and Audit Skills
• Report Writing, Verbal and written Communication Skills
• Relationship Management Skills

Application Closing Date
28th May, 2015.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV's to: [email protected]

Note: Candidate must indicate the position applying for as the subject of their mail or at the top right corner of their CV's for their application to be considered.