Imperial Homes Mortgage Bank Limited is a Mortgage Bank duly licensed by the Central Bank of Nigeria to undertake mortgage banking and related services. It was originally incorporated in 1992 as Citizens Savings and Loans Limited. But the name was changed in 1997 to New Patriot Building Society Limited. Guaranty Trust Bank plc acquired the company in August 2007 as a wholly-owned subsidiary and changed its name to GTHomes Limited to reflect its relationship with GTBank. Imperial Homes Mortgage Bank Limited then commenced operation in January 2008.Job Summary
The Audit Officer supports the Internal Audit function by executing audit assignments, evaluating internal controls, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and operational standards.
The role requires strong exposure to IT systems control audits, with responsibility for reviewing system processes, identifying control weaknesses, and supporting risk mitigation within the mortgage banking environment.
Key Responsibilities
Audit Execution:
Participate in financial, operational, compliance, and IT systems audits.
Perform audit fieldwork, including data analysis, testing, and documentation.
Evaluate internal controls and identify gaps or weaknesses.
Ensure audit assignments are completed within timelines and standards.
Systems & IT Control Audits:
Review core banking applications, loan management systems, and other financial platforms.
Assess IT General Controls (ITGCs) such as user access, change management, and system security.
Conduct application control testing to ensure data accuracy and integrity.
Identify system vulnerabilities and recommend improvements.
Support cybersecurity and data protection audit reviews.
Risk & Compliance:
Ensure adherence to internal policies and regulatory requirements.
Identify operational and financial risks and escalate findings appropriately.
Assist in monitoring compliance with audit recommendations.
Reporting:
Document audit findings, working papers, and supporting evidence.
Prepare draft audit reports with clear observations and recommendations.
Follow up on outstanding audit issues and corrective actions.