• Application Deadline:
• Position: Internal Control Officer



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 4 years



• Location Lagos




• City Ikeja




• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  
  

Job Summary

• Are you an experienced Internal Control professional looking for an exciting opportunity in the financial sector? The Bank is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Internal Control Officer to join our team!

Responsibilities

• Assess and improve internal controls across bank operations.


• Conduct regular audits and risk assessments.


• Develop, implement, and maintain internal control policies and procedures.


• Collaborate with risk management and internal audit teams.


• Identify and report control weaknesses with corrective actions.


• Review and verify procurement transactions for compliance.


• Ensure proper authorization, documentation, and accounting.


• Conduct regular audits of procurement processes.


• Oversee administrative transactions, including travel expenses and asset management.


• Evaluate operational risks associated with lending practices and internal controls.


• Analyze financial statements, loan portfolios, and performance indicators.


• Identify emerging risks and provide recommendations.


• Follow up on internal control checklists and incident logs.


• Provide training on internal controls.


• Lead special projects related to internal control.


• Prepare internal control reports for management.


• Present findings and recommendations to Chief Risk Officer/Head of Risk.


• Contribute to maintaining stakeholder trust and upholding regulatory standards.

Qualifications, Necessary Experience and Knowledge

• At least a bachelor’s degree /HND with a focus in Accounting, Procurement administration, Finance/Risk Management


• Minimum of four years’ experience in related field, preferably in the Banking sector.


• Professional qualifications such as ICAN, ACA, CIA or other related certifications Is an added advantage.


• Track record of risk aversion, sound judgment, integrity, and ethical conduct.


• Strong analytical skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to travel, work flexibly, and manage time effectively.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, fluency in English.


• Good at questioning and obtaining information from customers, vendors and staff.


• Curious and investigative, with a willingness to learn and adapt.


• A fast learner: able to use developed sophisticated tools.


• Disciplined, with good time management skills and sound knowledge of client management.


• Ability to work independently, with a strong understanding of business policies and procedures.