HEAD OF COMPLIANCE AND INTERNAL CONTROL

About Company:

Ascentech Services Limited is a full-fledged Human Resource Solution Provider incorporated in 2013 with its Head Office in Lagos, Nigeria. We are committed to forging long-term partnerships with our clients by creating and delivering robust and flexible services that address the changing needs of their business.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Description:

• We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Head of Compliance and Internal Control to lead the regulatory compliance and internal audit functions of our bank.
• This role is vital to ensuring we meet statutory obligations and uphold the highest standards of integrity and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and implement internal control systems to safeguard the bank’s operations
• Ensure timely and accurate rendition of all statutory and regulatory returns
• Manage and enforce KYC, AML, and EFT compliance protocols
• Identify and mitigate compliance risks across the organization
• Regularly review and update internal policies and procedures in line with regulatory changes
• Collaborate with external auditors and regulatory bodies as needed

Requirements:

• A Chartered Accountant (ACA, ACCA) is mandatory
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in accounting, audit, or compliance roles, preferably within the banking or financial services sector
• Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks, including CBN regulations, AML/KYC guidelines, and reporting standards
• MCP certification is an added advantage
• High level of integrity, analytical thinking, and attention to detail.

Why Join Us?

• Salary: N300,000 - N450,000 Monthly (Based on experience & current salary).
• Work in a dynamic, compliance-driven financial institution
• Competitive compensation in line with industry standards
• Opportunity to shape compliance culture and internal control frameworks from the top.

Salary

Application Closing Date: 17th June, 2025

Application Instructions:

Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated CV to: cv@ascentech.com.ng using "Head of Compliance and Internal Control" as the subject of the mail.