Internal Control Officer

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Internal Control Officer to join our Internal Control team and help strengthen business processes, manage risk, and drive compliance across the organization. The role will involve reviewing processes, systems and policies, conducting risk-based control reviews, identifying control gaps, monitoring corrective actions, supporting ICFR and information security controls, and providing practical recommendations that improve operational effectiveness. The ideal candidate should have a bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field, 3–5 years’ relevant experience in Internal Control, Internal Audit, Risk or Compliance, and ICAN/ACCA certification is an advantage. We are looking for someone with strong analytical, problem-solving, communication and stakeholder management skills, excellent attention to detail, high integrity, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Job Details

The Internal Control Officer reviews all internal processes, systems, and policies and also makes recommendations to management to ensure observed risk to the business is minimized with a view to delivering improvements.

Key responsibilities include:

• Plan and execute risk-based internal control reviews and audits across the Group.
• Review business processes, policies and procedures to identify control gaps, risks and opportunities for improvement.
• Evaluate compliance with established policies, procedures, ISO/IMS standards and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor the implementation of corrective and remedial actions arising from control reviews.
• Support the development and review of SOPs, policies and internal control frameworks.
• Review Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR), including reconciliations, payments and related documentation.
• Review information security controls, system access privileges and user account approvals.
• Review asset management, inventory controls, backup restoration and testing processes.
• Work closely with process owners and stakeholders to embed effective controls into business processes and systems.
• Prepare clear reports and recommendations for management and track identified control deficiencies to resolution.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a related field.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in internal control, internal audit, risk, compliance or a related function.
• Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks, risk management and regulatory requirements.
• Professional certification such as ICAN or ACCA is an advantage.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of integrity.
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in reviewing processes, identifying control gaps and developing practical recommendations.

Work Location: Hybrid remote in 105101 Lekki