INTERNAL CONTROL OFFICER AT PREMIUM HUMAN RESOURCES SOLUTION LIMITED | INTERNAL CONTROL JOBS IN LAGOS

About Company:

Premium Human Resources Solution - Our client, a Top management Firm in Lagos, is recruiting to fill the position above

Job Description:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and principled Internal Control Officer to join our finance and risk management team in Victoria Island. In this role, you will be responsible for safeguarding the company’s assets, ensuring the integrity of financial reporting, and fostering a culture of strict compliance with internal policies and external regulations. You will conduct regular audits, assess operational risks, and provide actionable recommendations to improve the efficiency and transparency of our business processes.

The ideal candidate is a disciplined professional with a strong background in risk management and a commitment to upholding the highest ethical standards in a corporate environment.

Requirements:

Internal Audit & Oversight

• Audit Execution: Conduct regular and ad-hoc internal audits of various departments to ensure adherence to company policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

• Financial Verification: Review financial records and transactions to identify discrepancies, errors, or potential fraud, ensuring the accuracy of the company’s financial data.

• Compliance Monitoring: Ensure all business activities comply with relevant local laws, tax regulations, and internal governance frameworks.

Risk Management & Process Improvement

• Risk Assessment: Identify operational, financial, and strategic risks across the organization and develop mitigation strategies.

• Internal Controls: Evaluate the effectiveness of current internal control systems and recommend enhancements to prevent leakages and optimize resource utilization.

• Reporting: Prepare comprehensive reports for management detailing audit findings, risk evaluations, and progress on the implementation of previous recommendations.

Ethics & Investigation

• Special Investigations: Lead investigations into suspected cases of policy violations, financial irregularities, or unethical conduct.

• Asset Safeguarding: Periodically verify the physical existence and condition of company assets and inventory to prevent loss or misappropriation.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Education:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline.

• Experience:

  • Minimum of two (2) years of focused experience in Internal Control or Risk Management within a reputable organization.

• Professional Qualifications:

  • Possession of professional certifications such as ACA, ACCA, CIA, or CISA is a significant advantage.

• Core Competencies:

  • Analytical Rigor: Strong ability to scrutinize complex financial data and identify underlying trends or issues.

  • Integrity: Unwavering commitment to confidentiality and objective reporting.

  • Communication: Ability to present audit findings clearly and professionally to senior management.

  • Attention to Detail: Meticulousness in reviewing documentation and business processes.

Salary

Application Closing Date: Not specified

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