Audit Officers at the Pharmacy Chain - 2 Openings

The Pharmacy Chain is a foremost retail pharmacy chain with branches in major cities of the country.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Audit Officer

Locations: Lagos Mainland and Island - Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• As an Audit Officer you will be responsible for conducting internal audits to assess the effectiveness of our controls, processes, and risk management practices. Your role will involve:
• Monitoring and implementation of strong inventory controls across all our branches.
• Evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls.
• Reviewing financial records, operational processes, and compliance with policies and regulations.
• Identifying areas of improvement and providing recommendations.
• Preparing detailed audit reports and presenting findings to management.
• Monitoring the implementation of audit recommendations

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct physical inventory counts and reconcile with inventory records on our ERP system
• Evaluate inventory management practices to ensure accurate tracking and minimize shrinkage across all our branches
• Work with the branch managers to ensure accurate inventory controls in all our branches
• Liaise with the warehouse / distribution centre to ensure all inventory is moved according to company policies
• Conduct thorough and objective internal audits of financial and operational activities.
• Assess compliance with internal policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Analyze data and prepare comprehensive audit reports with actionable recommendations to management.
• Collaborate with various departments to understand processes and identify risks.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and regulatory changes.
• Assist in the development and enhancement of internal audit methodologies.
• Support external auditors during annual audits and other reviews.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional certification is an added advantage
• 1 - 2 years experience as an auditor, preferably in a retail environment, is an added advantage
• Strong knowledge of auditing principles, practices, and standards.
• Proficiency in audit software and MS Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Salary
N120,000 - N150,000 / month.

Application Closing Date
31st December, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.