Job Overview

 ABIS Group is hiring an Internal Auditor in Abuja. Apply with 5+ years audit experience in finance, risk management, compliance, and internal controls.

Internal Auditor Job at ABIS Group – Abuja, Nigeria

Strong internal controls and effective risk management are essential for businesses operating in fast-growing industries. ABIS Group is seeking an experienced Internal Auditor to strengthen financial oversight, improve operational processes, and support responsible business growth within its livestock processing operations.

This role is suitable for an audit professional with experience in internal controls, compliance reviews, risk assessment, and financial reporting. The successful candidate will work closely with different departments to identify risks, recommend improvements, and help ensure company policies and industry requirements are followed.

Job Overview

Position: Internal Auditor
Company: ABIS Group
Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Employment Type: Full Time
Job Category: Finance / Accounting / Audit | Risk Management and Compliance
Experience Required: 5–10 Years
Application Deadline: October 31, 2026

About ABIS Group

ABIS Group is a growing company in Nigeria’s livestock processing industry, focused on expanding the country’s capacity to produce high-quality livestock products for local and international markets.

The company combines industry expertise, innovation, and operational excellence to support growth within Nigeria’s agricultural and agro-allied sector.

Role Summary

The Internal Auditor will conduct independent reviews of the company’s financial, operational, and compliance activities to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and risk management processes.

The successful candidate will support management by identifying areas of improvement, investigating potential risks, and providing practical recommendations that strengthen governance, accountability, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Audit Planning and Execution

The Internal Auditor will:

• Support the development of annual risk-based audit plans aligned with business priorities.
• Plan and conduct financial, operational, compliance, and IT-related audit assignments.
• Prepare audit programmes, testing procedures, and supporting documentation.
• Perform audit fieldwork, including interviews, process reviews, transaction testing, and data analysis.
• Evaluate whether business processes and controls operate effectively.

Risk Assessment and Internal Controls Review

Responsibilities include:

• Assessing the effectiveness of internal control systems and governance processes.
• Identifying control weaknesses, operational inefficiencies, and compliance risks.
• Reviewing business processes to identify opportunities for cost improvement and risk reduction.
• Supporting efforts to prevent fraud and strengthen accountability.

Audit Reporting and Corrective Action Monitoring

The successful candidate will:

• Prepare detailed audit reports highlighting findings, root causes, risk levels, and recommendations.
• Communicate audit results clearly to management and relevant stakeholders.
• Track agreed corrective actions and monitor progress toward resolution.
• Ensure audit recommendations are implemented within agreed timelines.

Compliance and Advisory Support

The role also involves:

• Monitoring compliance with company policies, regulations, and industry requirements.
• Keeping updated on changes affecting internal audit practices and business operations.
• Advising departments on improving internal controls for new processes and systems.
• Supporting external auditors and regulatory reviews by providing required documentation and analysis.

Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should have:

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Master’s degree in a relevant field is an added advantage.

Professional Certifications

Candidates must have professional audit or accounting certification, such as:

• ACA (ICAN)
• ACCA
• CIA
• CPA

ICAN certification is required.

Work Experience

The ideal candidate should have:

• Minimum of five years’ experience in internal audit, external audit, risk management, or related control functions.
• Experience conducting audits and reviewing business processes.
• Knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal control frameworks.
• Previous audit experience within agriculture or related industries is an advantage.

Skills and Competencies

Successful candidates should demonstrate:

Audit and Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of internal auditing standards.
• Knowledge of COSO framework and risk management principles.
• Ability to analyze financial and operational information.
• Experience using audit tools, data analytics platforms, or audit management software.
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle is desirable.

Analytical and Communication Skills

The candidate should have:

• Strong investigative and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to prepare clear and professional audit reports.
• Confidence presenting findings to different levels of management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Professional Attributes

The ideal applicant should be able to:

• Manage multiple audit assignments effectively.
• Work independently with limited supervision.
• Build strong working relationships across departments.
• Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and integrity.

Career Insight for Audit Professionals

Internal auditing is an important function in modern organizations because it helps businesses improve decision-making, manage risks, and maintain strong governance systems.

Professionals in this field can strengthen their career prospects by developing expertise in risk management, data analytics, compliance frameworks, ERP systems, and industry-specific audit practices.

Applicants should highlight measurable achievements in previous audit roles, including improved controls, successful audits completed, compliance improvements, and risk reduction initiatives.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to:

Email: careers@abisgroup.africa

Email Subject: Internal Auditor

Applicants should ensure their CV clearly demonstrates experience in internal audit, financial controls, compliance reviews, professional certifications, and relevant industry knowledge.