Internal Auditor at an Undisclosed Hospitality Company – Lagos

A hospitality company is recruiting a Internal Auditor in Lagos. The role focuses on financial and operational assurance within hospitality operations.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Internal Auditor to independently assess the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management processes, and operational compliance across the organisation.

The successful candidate will identify financial and operational risks, evaluate existing procedures, and recommend improvements that strengthen accountability, minimise losses, and enhance performance.

The role requires a thorough understanding of hospitality operations, especially cash management, inventory, payroll, procurement, and revenue assurance.

Key Responsibilities

Internal Audit and Risk Management

• Develop and execute risk-based internal audit plans covering financial, operational, and administrative activities.
• Conduct periodic and unannounced departmental audits to assess adherence to established policies, procedures, and controls.
• Identify financial irregularities, operational inefficiencies, control weaknesses, and potential fraud risks.
• Evaluate risk management processes and recommend measures to safeguard company assets.
• Review compliance with standard operating procedures and relevant regulatory requirements.

Financial and Operational Controls

• Audit daily cash collections, bank reconciliations, revenue records, and payment transactions for accuracy and completeness.
• Review stock receipts, transfers, consumption, wastage, and periodic inventory counts.
• Examine procurement transactions, vendor payments, purchase approvals, and supporting documentation.
• Audit payroll records, benefits, deductions, and other personnel-related expenses.
• Evaluate controls around food and beverage sales reconciliation, stock consumption, and cost management.

Reporting and Compliance

• Prepare clear audit reports describing findings, risk implications, and recommended corrective action.
• Present findings to management and agree on practical actions and timelines.
• Track implementation of audit recommendations and perform follow-up reviews.
• Maintain complete audit working papers and supporting documentation.
• Work with departmental heads to improve controls and operational accountability.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Professional certification in ICAN, ACCA, or CIA.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in internal audit, risk management, or financial controls.
• Previous auditing experience in the hospitality industry is mandatory.
• Strong knowledge of internal controls, audit methodologies, financial reporting, and hospitality revenue and inventory processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and relevant accounting or audit software.
• Excellent analytical, investigative, reporting, and problem-solving skills.
• High integrity, confidentiality, professional judgement, and attention to detail.

Salary

Negotiable.