Internal Audit Manager

Job Description

Internal Audit Manager

Company: M-P Infrastructure (MPI)
Location: Lekki Phase 1, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

About M-P Infrastructure

M-P Infrastructure (MPI) is a leading infrastructure development and management company committed to building the foundation for Africa's future. The company delivers infrastructure solutions that support economic growth, connect communities, and promote sustainable development across the continent.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Internal Audit Manager to lead the Internal Audit and Controls function in Lagos.

The successful candidate will provide independent assurance on governance, risk management, internal controls, and regulatory compliance across the company's operations, projects, and support functions. The role will also involve identifying control gaps, strengthening risk management frameworks, and providing actionable recommendations to Executive Management.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive, risk-based internal audit plans aligned with organizational objectives.
• Lead internal audits across operations, projects, procurement, contracts, assets, and corporate support functions.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, governance processes, and risk management systems.
• Identify key operational, financial, compliance, and project-related risks.
• Recommend and implement improvements to internal control and risk mitigation frameworks.
• Track the implementation of audit recommendations and follow up on outstanding corrective actions.
• Provide independent and objective advice to Executive Management on governance, risk, compliance, fraud prevention, and operational effectiveness.
• Prepare clear and comprehensive audit reports highlighting findings, risks, root causes, and recommended actions.
• Lead, coach, and develop members of the Internal Audit team.
• Ensure audit activities consider relevant HSE requirements, professional standards, and organizational policies.
• Support investigations into suspected fraud, control breaches, and other irregularities where required.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the company's internal audit methodology, policies, and procedures.
• Collaborate with management and key stakeholders while maintaining the independence and objectivity of the Internal Audit function.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIA, CPA, or an equivalent certification.
• 10–15 years of relevant experience in Internal Audit, Internal Controls, Risk Management, Assurance, Compliance, or a related field.
• Proven experience leading internal audits and supervising audit professionals.
• Strong experience working in project-based or operational environments.
• Experience in infrastructure, construction, telecommunications, energy, or related industries is preferred.
• Strong understanding of internal control frameworks, governance principles, risk management, and audit methodologies.

Desirable Experience

• Experience working across multiple projects or operational sites.
• Experience developing and improving internal control frameworks.
• Exposure to capital projects, EPC contracts, procurement-intensive environments, and project controls.
• Familiarity with ISO standards and enterprise risk management frameworks.

Key Competencies

• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Advanced analytical and critical-thinking abilities.
• High level of integrity, independence, and professional judgment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong report-writing and presentation abilities.
• Deep understanding of internal controls, governance, risk management, and compliance.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to operate effectively in complex, project-driven environments.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.