Internal Control Specialist at People Capacity Management Full Time

Job Title: Internal Control Specialist

Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• A highly skilled and detail-oriented Internal Control Specialist to join our Finance and Accounting team.
• The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the effectiveness and efficiency of our internal control systems, safeguarding company assets, and maintaining compliance with relevant regulations.
• The Internal Control Specialist will collaborate with various departments to assess and enhance internal controls, identify areas of improvement, and implement best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct periodic assessments of the organization’s internal control environment.
• Evaluate the design and operational effectiveness of internal controls to mitigate risks.
• Identify and analyze potential risks within business processes.
• Develop and implement strategies to mitigate identified risks and strengthen internal controls.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess and improve business processes.
• Recommend and implement enhancements to internal controls to optimize efficiency and effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Stay abreast of changes in regulations and update internal control processes accordingly.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of internal control processes and assessments.
• Generate and present regular reports to management on the status of internal controls and recommendations for improvement.
• Provide training and guidance to employees on internal control procedures and compliance requirements.
• Foster a culture of awareness and accountability regarding internal controls.
• Liaise with external auditors and regulatory bodies during audits.
• Assist in the preparation of audit documentation and respond to audit findings as needed.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• Professional certification such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Public Accountant (ICPA) is preferred.
• Proven 5 – 8 years experience in internal controls, risk management, or audit functions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.

Application Closing Date
20th January, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.