• Application Deadline: Wed, 31 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Internal Control Officer



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 3 - 5 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  
  




• Salary Range ₦150,000 - ₦200,000/month
  
  

• Our client is seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Internal Control Officer to strengthen compliance, improve operational efficiency, and ensure adherence to internal policies across the organization.


• The ideal candidate will be responsible for evaluating internal processes, identifying risks, recommending control measures, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and industry standards.


• This role requires strong investigative skills, integrity, excellent documentation abilities, and the capacity to work effectively in a fast-paced business environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct regular reviews of operational and financial processes to ensure adherence to internal policies.


• Identify weaknesses in internal controls and recommend corrective actions.


• Perform routine audits of departments, branches, or business units.


• Monitor compliance with statutory regulations, company policies, and industry best practices.


• Review and verify accuracy of financial and operational documents.


• Investigate reported irregularities, variances, and policy breaches.


• Develop and update internal control systems, SOPs, and documentation.


• Prepare audit reports and maintain comprehensive records of internal control activities.


• Follow up on implementation of corrective actions from audits.


• Collaborate with management to improve risk management frameworks.


• Support the finance and operations teams in ensuring full compliance across the organization.

Requirements

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


• 3–5 years experience in internal control, internal audit, compliance, or risk management.


• Professional certifications such as ICAN, ACCA, CISA, or CIA are an added advantage.


• Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks, risk assessment, and audit procedures.


• Excellent analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.


• High level of integrity, attention to detail, and confidentiality.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with accounting or ERP software is a plus.


• Strong communication and report-writing skills.

Location: Egbeda, Lagos