Internal Auditor

Job overview

We are looking for a seasoned, compliance-oriented Internal Auditor with a deep sense of responsibility, strong ethical standards, and a track record of excellence for our growing school. The ideal candidate is not only technically proficient but also a culture carrier—someone who consistently models our core values of excellence, integrity, discipline, and respect.

This role is essential to ensuring that the organizations internal controls, risk management, and governance processes are functioning effectively and efficiently. The Internal Auditor will take a data-driven and collaborative approach to uncovering gaps, recommending improvements, and upholding our commitment to doing things the right way—always.

Key Responsibilities

• Audit & Compliance: Conduct independent, objective reviews to ensure operations comply with internal policies, regulatory standards, and industry best practices.
• Internal Controls & Risk Management: Evaluate the design and effectiveness of internal control systems; identify areas of risk and propose data-informed solutions to mitigate them.
• Audit Planning & Execution: Lead and manage end-to-end internal audit assignments from planning through reporting, aligned with the annual audit plan.
• Evidence-Based Insights: Utilize data analytics and trend analysis to support audit findings and strengthen the credibility of audit recommendations.
• Reporting & Communication: Deliver clear, actionable audit reports to management with follow-up mechanisms to ensure timely implementation of corrective actions.
• Cross-Functional Engagement:Work closely with departments to clarify policies, provide guidance, and promote a culture of compliance and accountability.
• Culture & Ethics Advocacy: Champion a work culture grounded in integrity, discipline, respect, and excellence by modeling these values consistently.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• ICAN (Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria) certification (required).
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) (preferred).
• Minimum of 7-12 years of internal audit or compliance experience, preferably in an educational or non-profit environment.
• Demonstrated track record of identifying and resolving financial discrepancies, inefficiencies, and systemic issues with measurable results.

Key Competencies

• Integrity: Makes decisions guided by ethical standards and transparency.
• Excellence: Holds self and others to high standards with a detail-oriented approach.
• Discipline: Strong organizational skills and a commitment to follow-through.
• Respect: Communicates with empathy and listens actively across all levels.
• Strong analytical and investigative skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication abilities.
• Proficiency in audit tools, risk-based auditing, and data analysis platforms.

What Success Looks Like

• Policies are not just in place—they are followed and consistently adhered to.
• Findings are based on solid data and lead to actionable improvements.
• The school operates in full compliance with financial regulations and internal policies.
• Colleagues trust your judgment and feel supported in maintaining compliance and accountability.
• You help us stay true to who we say we are—by holding us accountable to it.

Safeguarding Statement

At Broadoaks British School, the safety and well-being of our students are paramount. All staff members are expected to adhere to the schools safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring the protection of students from harm. This includes maintaining a professional approach in all interactions with students, staff, and the community and reporting any concerns related to safeguarding issues in a timely and responsible manner. Successful candidates will be subject to background checks and relevant safeguarding training.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Information :

• Company : Broadoaks British School
• Position : Internal Auditor
• Location : Abuja
• Country : NG