Justin Meseko
Hamilton,ON
Summary
Seasoned audit professional with over 7 years experience in risk assessment, internal control testing, regulatory compliance with knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and International Standards on Auditing (ISA). A critical thinker, organized, dependable person with a positive attitude and willing to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Internal Auditor
Office Of The Auditor General
2017.07 - 2023.09
- Performed operational ,financial, information technology and compliance audits for all units in accordance with the professional practice of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IA).
- Recommended new methods to improve internal controls and operating efficiency.
- Designed the process risk control matrix (PRCM), the audit approach, risk assessment strategy, allocating roles to various team members, and preparing final reports.
- Trained newly hired employees on the organization processes, procedures and deadlines.
- Reported audit findings, covering compliance issues related to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and corporate regulations.
- Reviewed and identified risks, analyzed controls and tested compliance.
- Administered auditing program to address risks and evaluate compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Prepared audit programs and documentation in alignment with Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS).
- Coordinated with multi-disciplinary teams to implement transparency in financial reporting.
- Handled all major risks in collaboration with management.
- Documented recommendations to improve internal controls.
- Performed strategic planning, execution and finalization of audits using data analytics and critical thinking skills.
- Collaborated with accounting manager to comply with governing bodies and limit regulatory risks.
- Managed a World Bank project (2019-2022): Led a 15-man team including members from PwC and JK Consulting, in carrying out audit of the end-to-end value chain of core government activities of state (36 states) to ascertain the effectiveness of existing controls around these activities and making recommendations to ensure their business continuation.
- Preparing key audit documents such as audit planning memorandums, audit reports, audit scope and objectives, process risk and control matrix (PRCM), walkthrough documents, kick off and wrap-up meeting agendas.
- Performed internal audits of financial and departmental operations, developing risk assessments and conducting process walkthroughs for compliance with documented processes.
Audit Senior
Umuhefe & Co. Chartered Accountants
2015.01 - 2017.06
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Completed audit papers by thoroughly documenting audit tests and findings.
- Performed detailed test of transactions for significant account balances and analytical procedures to analyze income statement and statement of financial position balances.
- Audited financial statements of private and public enterprises by assessing compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Identified control gaps in processes, procedures and systems through in-depth research and assessment and suggested methods for improvement.
- Identified client's management control weaknesses and provided value added suggestions for remediation.
- Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
- Consulted clients on internal control systems development and audit program improvements.
- Developed and implemented corrective actions to bring business areas in line with standards.
- Used accounting software to issue tax returns and prepare consolidated reports.
Education
Master of Science - Finance
Nasarawa State University
Keffi, Nigeria11.2019
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Abuja
Abuja, Nigeria02.2013
Skills
- Risk Assessment
- Risk & Control Analysis
- Financial Data Analysis
- Interpersonal Skills
- Internal Controls
- Regulatory Compliance
- Critical Thinking
- Control Testing
- Problem Solving
- Proficient With Excel, MS Word
Affiliations
- Associate Member Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN)
- Associate Member Nigerian Institute of Management Chartered (NIM)
Timeline
Senior Internal Auditor
Office Of The Auditor General
2017.07 - 2023.09
Audit Senior
Umuhefe & Co. Chartered Accountants
2015.01 - 2017.06
Master of Science - Finance
Nasarawa State University
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Abuja
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