• Application Deadline: Tue, 24 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Internal Control Executive



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 2 - 4 years



• Location Lagos




• City Ikorodu




• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  
  

Job Description

• The Internal Control Executive is responsible for supporting the design, implementation, and maintenance of an effective internal control framework.


• This role involves evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of controls, identifying areas of risk, and recommending improvements to mitigate those risks.


• The Internal Control Executive works collaboratively with various departments to ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and relevant regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of the internal control framework, including policies, procedures, and control documentation (e.g., process narratives, risk and control matrices).


• Maintain up-to-date documentation of key controls and processes.


• Support the annual review and update of the control framework.


• Conduct testing of key controls to assess their design and operating effectiveness.


• Document testing procedures, findings, and conclusions in a clear and concise manner.


• Identify control deficiencies and recommend corrective actions.


• Follow up on the implementation of corrective actions to ensure timely remediation.


• Participate in risk assessments to identify and evaluate key business risks.


• Assist in the development of risk mitigation strategies.


• Monitor the effectiveness of risk mitigation activities.


• Monitor compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies.


• Assist in the development and delivery of training programs on internal controls and compliance.


• Collaborate with various departments to understand their processes and controls.


• Communicate control deficiencies and recommendations to relevant stakeholders.


• Build and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders


• Participate in special projects related to internal controls, risk management, and compliance.


• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the internal control function.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.


• 2 - 4 years of experience in internal control, internal audit, or a related field.


• Strong understanding of internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO).


• Knowledge of risk assessment methodologies.


• Experience with control testing and documentation.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).


• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills (both written and verbal).


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.