Job Overview

The Head of Internal Audit & Control will lead the internal audit and control function for a quick service restaurant business in Lagos. The role provides independent assurance across the company’s financial, operational, compliance, IT, fraud and outlet-level control environment.

The successful candidate will also drive risk management, statutory compliance, revenue assurance and the continuous improvement of internal controls across the business.

Job Details

Employer: Confidential Employer
Job Type: Full Time
Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration or a related discipline; ACA (ICAN) or ACCA
Experience: Minimum of 10 years’ experience in Internal Audit/Internal Control, with at least 3–4 years in a managerial or leadership role as Head of Function or Senior Audit Manager
Job Field: Internal Audit
Location: Lagos
Salary:₦1,000,000–₦1,500,000 monthly gross
Application Deadline: October 7, 2026

About the Organization

The employer is a confidential organisation operating in the quick service restaurant sector.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute risk-based audit plans, review internal controls and procedures, maintain the audit charter and methodology, and ensure effective audit reporting and follow-up.
• Assess financial, operational, compliance and revenue assurance processes; identify control gaps and emerging risks; and recommend improvements to strengthen business controls.
• Plan and conduct routine and surprise audits across QSR outlets, covering POS transactions, cash collections, reconciliations, inventory, wastage, shrinkage, food cost controls, delivery platforms, CCTV, procurement and loss prevention.
• Lead fraud risk assessments and investigations involving fraud, theft, cash leakage, payroll abuse, procurement irregularities and whistleblowing cases.
• Maintain proper evidence, confidentiality and reporting standards during fraud investigations.
• Ensure compliance audits cover Nigerian statutory and regulatory requirements, including FIRS, CAC, LASEPA, labour requirements, NAFDAC, food safety, hygiene, outlet licensing, permits and operational certifications.
• Review ERP, POS, payroll, payment, delivery platform, data privacy, cybersecurity, access management, backup and business continuity controls.
• Use data analytics to identify anomalies and control exceptions.
• Lead and develop the internal audit and control team, establish performance objectives, prepare resource and succession plans, strengthen audit capabilities and promote a strong control culture across Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, HR and IT.

Requirements and Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration or a related discipline.
• ACA (ICAN) or ACCA is required.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in Internal Audit or Internal Control, including at least 3–4 years in a managerial or leadership role as Head of Function or Senior Audit Manager.
• Strong experience in FMCG, QSR, retail or a similar multi-outlet business environment, with sound knowledge of financial, operational, compliance and outlet controls.
• Proven experience in fraud investigations, risk management, data analytics, process improvement and control enhancement.
• Proven ability to present audit findings and strategic recommendations to the Board, Audit Committee and senior management.

Compensation and Work Conditions

Salary

₦1,000,000–₦1,500,000 monthly gross.

Quick Eligibility Check

• Minimum qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration or a related discipline; ACA (ICAN) or ACCA
• Required experience: Minimum of 10 years’ experience in Internal Audit/Internal Control, with at least 3–4 years in a managerial or leadership role as Head of Function or Senior Audit Manager
• Verified duty station: Lagos
• Employment type: Full Time
• Core requirement: Strong experience in FMCG, QSR, retail or a similar multi-outlet business environment
• Core requirement: Experience in fraud investigations, risk management, data analytics, process improvement and control enhancement
• Core requirement: Ability to present audit findings and strategic recommendations to the Board, Audit Committee and senior management
• Core requirement: Knowledge of financial, operational, compliance and outlet controls
• Preferred requirement: CIA
• Preferred requirement: CISA
• Application deadline: October 7, 2026

Application Readiness Checklist

• Make the required qualification easy to verify in the education or certification section of your CV.
• Show evidence of the required experience through relevant roles, dates and measurable responsibilities.
• Tailor your CV to the verified responsibilities and Internal Audit skills stated in this vacancy.
• Submit through the official channel before the stated deadline.

Application Safety

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How to Apply

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