Internal Control and Audit Officer
- Lagos, Lagos State
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Develop, implement, and continuously improve internal control systems across all subsidiaries.
- Conduct risk assessments and establish preventive measures to safeguard the company’s assets and processes.
- Ensure compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
- Monitor key operational and financial processes and identify areas for strengthening controls.
- Lead and execute periodic audit plans covering operational, financial, IT, and compliance areas.
- Prepare audit programs, conduct audit fieldwork, and issue timely audit reports with actionable recommendations.
- Follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations and report status updates to the Board.
- Coordinate external audits and support annual statutory audit processes.
- Maintain a high level of communication and transparency with the Board of Directors.
- Present internal audit findings and risk assessment reports to the Board regularly.
- Recommend improvements in policies, procedures, and workflows to enhance efficiency and accountability.
- Collaborate with the leadership of each subsidiary to promote a culture of ethical compliance and risk awareness.
- Conduct investigations of fraud, misconduct, or control failures as directed by the Board.
- Support business units in implementing control-based automation where appropriate.
- Oversee internal whistleblower programs and manage any associated investigations with confidentiality.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. MBA or relevant master's degree is a plus.
- Professional certifications such as ACA, ACCA, CPA, or CIA are required.
- Minimum of 7–10 years of experience in internal control, auditing, or risk management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
- Prior experience in financial services, telecom, IT, or group-level audit functions is highly preferred.
- Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO), risk management, and auditing standards.
- Proficient in using audit and reporting tools; familiarity with data analytics tools is an advantage.
- High integrity, objectivity, and professional skepticism.
- Excellent communication and reporting skills, with the ability to engage senior stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple subsidiaries with diverse operational models