Regional Internal Control Officer

About the Role

Join a leading organization as a Regional Internal Control Officer based in Abuja, Nigeria. This position offers the opportunity to drive compliance and risk management across multiple regional branches.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor compliance with internal policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements across all regional branches
• Conduct regular site visits to assess operational processes and adherence to internal control frameworks
• Provide technical guidance to branch teams on internal control matters
• Identify and assess key operational and financial risks within the region
• Recommend practical risk mitigation strategies to branch or regional management
• Follow up on the implementation of risk mitigation actions

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
• 3-5 years' experience in internal control, audit, or risk management
• Strong analytical and investigative skills
• Sound knowledge of internal control concepts and audit techniques
• High ethical standards and meticulous attention to detail
• Excellent communication and report-writing abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (particularly Excel) and ERP systems
• Ability to travel frequently within the region