Internal Auditor at Emel Hospitals Limited

Emel Hospital Festac Town, Lagos, Nigeria is a multi-specialists’ hospital, situated at 21 Road, Z Close in Festac Town, Amuwo Odofin Local Government Lagos, Nigeria. Emel Hospital is a purpose-built 44 bed hospital situated on a piece of land specially approved for its purpose by the Federal Housing Authority.

Emel Hospital was established in 1988 by Dr. Olufemi Mobolaji-Lawal, a consultant paediatrician. Dr. Mobolaji-Lawal trained as a doctor at the University College Hospital, Ibadan and as a paediatrician in the United Kingdom. Prior to setting Emel Hospital, he worked for some time as consultant paediatrician at Ikeja General Hospital (now Lagos State University Teaching Hospital), Lagos. He is the board chairman and his wife, Dr. (Mrs) Margaret Mobolaji-Lawal is a non-executive director.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Internal Auditor

Location: Festac, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports To: Director of Strategy and Innovation

Job Summary

• The Internal Auditor is responsible for ensuring compliance with financial and operational policies, identifying areas of risk, and recommending improvements to enhance the hospital's efficiency and effectiveness.
• The role involves conducting audits, analyzing financial data, evaluating internal controls, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Key Duties and Responsibilities
Financial Audits:

• Conduct regular audits of financial transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Verify the accuracy of financial statements and reports.
• Monitor cash flow, budgets, and expenditures to detect potential fraud or irregularities.

Operational Audits:

• Assess the efficiency and effectiveness of operational processes across departments.
• Evaluate resource utilization, including inventory, equipment, and staffing.
• Identify process bottlenecks and recommend cost-saving measures.

Compliance Assurance:

• Ensure the hospital complies with relevant laws, regulations, and standards (e.g., healthcare regulations, tax laws).
• Monitor adherence to internal policies, including procurement, payroll, and patient billing systems.

Risk Management:

• Identify and assess areas of potential risk within the hospital.
• Recommend mitigation strategies to minimize financial, operational, and reputational risks.

Reporting and Recommendations:

• Prepare detailed audit reports highlighting findings, risks, and actionable recommendations.
• Present reports to management, the board of directors, or relevant stakeholders.

Policy Review and Development:

• Assist in developing and updating internal policies and control frameworks.
• Recommend improvements to financial and operational policies based on audit findings.

Continuous Improvement:

• Conduct follow-up audits to ensure recommended changes have been implemented effectively.
• Stay updated on industry trends, regulations, and best practices in healthcare auditing.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with department heads to gather necessary information for audits.
• Provide guidance and training to staff on compliance and best practices.

Fraud Investigation:

• Investigate cases of suspected fraud, misconduct, or non-compliance.
• Ensure prompt and discreet handling of sensitive cases.

Technology and Data Analysis:

• Utilize auditing software and tools for efficient data analysis.
• Ensure data security and confidentiality during audits.

Qualifications and Skills
Education and Certifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional certifications.

Experience:

• 3 - 5 years of experience in auditing, preferably in a healthcare setting.
• Familiarity with hospital operations, financial systems, and regulatory requirements.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and report-writing abilities.
• Proficiency in auditing software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Salary
N150,000 - N250,000 / month.

Application Closing Date
31st December, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications and CV to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.