16 Jul
Transnational Corporation Plc (
Lagos)
The Group Head of Internal Audit (GHIA) plays a pivotal role in supporting the Board of Directors, particularly through the Audit Committee, in overseeing corporate governance practices and business risk management within the Company. This entails a comprehensive review of business and risk management processes, evaluation of controls, and close examination of the implementation of business strategy. Periodic reporting of key findings to the Committee and ongoing monitoring of the effectiveness of internal Assurance processes are essential aspects of the GHIA's responsibilities, providing assurance on the satisfactory operation of the business.
The GHIA develops annual risk-based audit plans with corresponding budgets. These plans assess the efficacy of controls in financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and risk management while safeguarding company assets.
As a senior officer, the GHIA takes charge of coordinates and reinforces internal controls organization-wide to ensure policy compliance. Additionally, the role evaluates external auditors and ensures alignment to audit workflows align with corporate reporting timelines.