💡 Opportunity Summary
- The Internal Control Officer will be responsible for evaluating and improving the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance processes.
- The role requires a proactive approach to identifying financial, operational, and compliance risks while ensuring adherence to company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Experience in ERP systems and data analytics tools is a plus.
- Job Type Full Time
- Qualification BA/BSc/HND
- Experience 3 – 5 years
- Location Abuja
- Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
The Internal Control Officer will be responsible for evaluating and improving the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance processes. The role requires a proactive approach to identifying financial, operational, and compliance risks while ensuring adherence to company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement internal control frameworks to safeguard company assets and mitigate risks.
- Identify, assess, and report key risks across the organization.
- Conduct risk assessments and recommend mitigating measures.
- Monitor compliance with internal policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
- Ensure the implementation of best practices in risk management.
- Conduct periodic internal control evaluations to identify weaknesses and recommend improvements.
- Assist in the development and review of internal audit programs.
- Work with departments to ensure corrective actions are implemented.
- Maintain proper documentation of audit findings, recommendations, and follow-ups.
- Ensure adherence to financial, operational, and regulatory requirements.
- Assess existing processes and recommend improvements for efficiency and effectiveness.
- Identify potential fraud risks and develop preventive mechanisms.
- Investigate control breaches and propose corrective actions.
- Support the implementation of automated control systems.
- Prepare and present reports on internal control findings to management.
- Maintain updated records of risk assessments, audit findings, and action plans.
- Collaborate with other departments to foster a strong control environment.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Professional certification (e.g., ICAN, ACCA, CIA, CISA, CRMA) is an advantage.
- Minimum of 3-5 years experience in internal control, risk management, audit, or compliance.
- Strong knowledge of risk management frameworks, internal control standards, and regulatory compliance.
- Proficiency in data analysis, audit techniques, and financial reporting.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
- High ethical standards and integrity.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and audit software.
Preferred Skills:
- Strong communication and report-writing skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Experience in ERP systems and data analytics tools is a plus.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: mshelrecruitment@gmail.com using the position as subject of email.
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