Job Description
Job Description
As the Internal Control Officer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the effectiveness of our internal controls and processes. You will be responsible for assessing, monitoring, and enhancing the internal control environment to mitigate risks and safeguard company assets. Your duties will include but are not limited to:
- Conducting regular evaluations of existing internal controls to identify areas for improvement.
- Developing and implementing control policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Performing risk assessments to identify potential risks and vulnerabilities.
- Monitoring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
- Investigating incidents of fraud, misconduct, or non-compliance.
- Providing guidance and training to staff on internal control best practices.
- Collaborating with other departments to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
- Preparing reports and presentations for management on internal control findings and recommendations.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
- Proven experience (2-5 years) in internal control, compliance, or related field, preferably in the Health or Service sector.
- Membership of relevant professional bodies such as the institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), ACCA will be an added advantage
- Strong understanding of internal control concepts, frameworks, and methodologies.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.