• Application Deadline:
• Position: Internal Control Lead


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 5 years


• Location Abuja


• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  

Job Duties/ Responsibilities/ Accountabilities:

• Identify the risks that a business faces and develop preventive strategies.


• Evaluate compliance with existing policies and procedures, identifying and proposing modifications as needed.


• Conduct periodic reviews of the effectiveness of the internal control system to ensure the integrity of the system, improve them and propose value-added recommendations.


• Collaborate with business and process owners to implement and monitor remedial actions that result from internal control audits and drive the effective implementation of corrective actions.


• Deliver adequate and timely action plans and monitor progress to address and resolve identified control deficiencies.


• Develop, execute, and monitor adequate internal control over financial reporting (ICFR) in line with best accounting practices and identifying appropriate risk and mitigation strategies


• Develop and maintain relationships with external auditors and regulatory agencies.


• Provide guidance and support to other departments in the development and implementation of their own internal control processes.


• Develop and implement training programs to educate employees on internal controls and risk management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, economics, or finance.


• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) is an added advantage


• ICAN is an added advantage.

Experience Required

• 5+ years of experience in internal control, risk management, or audit leadership roles

Skills Required

• Experience using office computer programs — such as spreadsheet, database, and word processing software. 


• Familiarity with basic accounting principles.


• Technology Aptitude • Accounting principles


• Audit and Compliance • Communication


• Attention to Details


• Time Management


• Problem Solving


• Teamwork


• Technical Proficiency


• Familiarity with the organization's policies and procedures


• Knowledge of the industry 


• Integrity


• Use of financial software and tools


• Compliance with legal and regulatory requirements


• Adaptability


• Initiative


• Reporting


• Continuous Improvement


• Customer Service Orientation