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Internal Audit Supervisor Jobs in Ikeja, Lagos State, Nigeria at Alpha Pharmacy
Title: Internal Audit Supervisor
Company: Alpha Pharmacy
Location: Ikeja, Lagos State, Nigeria
Company Description Alpha Pharmacy is a privately held Nigerian company specializing in rare ethical medicines, specialist drugs, and innovative medical devices. With nearly four decades of experience, the company supports tertiary hospital theatres, intensive care units, and complex procedures such as organ transplants and open-heart surgeries across Nigeria. Alpha Pharmacy’s portfolio spans multiple specialties, including anesthetics, surgery, IVF, oncology, cardiology, and more, supported by strong international partnerships that enhance clinical outcomes. Through Alpha Specialties, the company also supplies advanced medical equipment from global manufacturers and maintains robust cold chain infrastructure for sensitive products. Many of its community pharmacies feature adjoining supermarkets, providing convenient access to household, health, and personal care products for customers.
Role Description The Internal Audit Supervisor is a full-time, on-site role based in Lagos. This position oversees internal audit activities, including planning and executing audits on financial, operational, and compliance processes across Alpha Pharmacy’s business units. The role includes reviewing internal controls, assessing risk exposure, analyzing financial records, and preparing clear audit reports with practical recommendations. The Internal Audit Supervisor will supervise audit staff, coordinate audit schedules, ensure adherence to professional standards, and follow up on remediation of identified issues. The individual will collaborate with finance, operations, and management teams to strengthen governance, promote efficient procedures, and support regulatory and internal policy compliance.
Qualifications
- Strong knowledge of Finance and Accounting, with the ability to interpret and apply relevant standards and regulations.
- Experience working with and reviewing Financial Statements and preparing or assessing Audit Reports.
- Demonstrated Analytical Skills, including critical thinking, problem-solving, and attention to detail in audit and review processes.
- Minimum of 5 years proven experience in internal audit, external audit, or risk management, preferably within pharmaceuticals, healthcare, or retail.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field
- professional certification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIA) is an advantage.
- Ability to lead and supervise audit teams, manage multiple assignments, and meet deadlines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and common accounting or ERP software.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present audit findings clearly and objectively.
- High level of integrity, professional ethics, and commitment to confidentiality.