Internal Auditor at Prime University – Abuja

Prime University is recruiting a full-time Internal Auditor in Abuja to examine financial controls, compliance, risks and the use of university resources. Applicants must have a relevant accounting qualification and professional accounting-body membership or certification.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct periodic audits of the University’s financial records, operations, and internal control systems.
• Examine financial transactions, expenditure, revenue records, procurement activities, and asset management procedures.
• Assess compliance with approved policies, financial procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Identify control weaknesses, irregularities, potential fraud risks, and operational inefficiencies.
• Prepare clear audit reports, document findings, and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
• Follow up on previous audit findings to ensure that recommended actions are implemented.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of risk management and internal control measures.
• Maintain accurate audit working papers and ensure the confidentiality of audit information.
• Provide recommendations to strengthen accountability, transparency, and the efficient use of University resources.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree (B.Sc./B.A.) or HND in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related discipline from a recognised institution. MSc/MBA is an added advantage.
• 2–3 years of relevant post-qualification experience in internal auditing, external auditing, financial control, or risk management.
• Professional qualification or membership of a recognised accounting body, such as ICAN, ACCA, or ANAN, is compulsory.
• Demonstrable knowledge of internal auditing standards, accounting principles, financial reporting, risk assessment, and internal control systems.
• Good understanding of financial regulations, statutory compliance, fraud prevention, and institutional governance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other relevant accounting, auditing, and financial management software.
• Ability to analyse financial records, identify discrepancies, assess operational risks, and recommend practical corrective measures.
• Excellent report-writing, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• High ethical standards, integrity, independence, attention to detail, and the ability to handle confidential information.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound professional judgement, and meet reporting deadlines.