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Posted 2 months ago |
Our client, a leading provider of customized logistics and transportation solution company based in Lagos, is recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Internal Control and Audit (Team Lead)
Job Opening ID: ZR_122_JOB
Location: Lagos
Job Type: Full-time
Job Summary
- As the team lead, you will be involved in leading audit teams, collaborating with various departments, and ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
- You will also play a pivotal role in overseeing the internal audit and control function of the organization.
Responsibilities
- The Internal Control Officer will be responsible for Implementing, monitoring, and measuring the adequacy of control systems in the company, in compliance with regulations and the internal control framework
- Increase operational efficiency by detecting and eliminating fraud and business risks.
- Play a pivotal role in overseeing the internal audit and control function of the organization.
Conduct day-to-day operations and process reviews and audits to identify and
manage operational risks. - Your role will involve leading audit teams, collaborating with various departments, and ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations
- Develop, implement, and maintain internal audit policies and procedures in accordance with local and international best practices.
- Conduct comprehensive reviews and assessments of internal control processes
- Identify and reduce all business and financial risks through effective implementation and monitoring of controls, recommending improvements to strengthen internal controls.
- Monitor compliance with established policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Develop and implement control testing procedures to ensure ongoing compliance.
- Collaborate with departments to streamline processes and enhance efficiency.
- Implement best practices for internal controls and risk management.
- Maintain accurate documentation of internal control processes and testing results.
- Prepare periodic reports for Management and Board of Directors, detailing control deficiencies and recommended actions.
- Conduct ad hoc investigations into identified or reported risks.
- Oversee risk-based audits covering operational and financial processes.
- Ensure complete, accurate, and timely audit information is reported to Management
- Provide training and support to employees on internal control policies and procedures.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance.
- 5-8 years’ previous experience in a similar role within a Logistics/Manufacturing/Retail entity
- ICAN or ACCA Qualification is an added advantage
- Strong Analytical Skills, Finance, and Internal Controls knowledge
- Excellent Communication and Auditing skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Attention to detail and ability to multitask
- Knowledge of ERP Systems.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
Deadline: August 31, 2024
Job Features
Job Category | Team Lead |