Internal Control Officer (Fintech/Financial Services)

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Job Title: Internal Control Officer Job Type: Full Time Location: GRA, Ikeja Job Summary:

The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring the effectiveness, integrity, and compliance of internal control systems within the organisation. They are responsible for evaluating, monitoring, and enhancing the organization's internal controls to mitigate risks, safeguard assets, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct regular assessments to identify and evaluate operational, financial, and compliance risks inherent in the organization's activities. 

Develop and implement an internal control framework that includes policies, procedures, and guidelines to mitigate identified risks and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements. 

Monitor and enforce compliance with internal policies, procedures, and regulatory standards, including but not limited to Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations, Know Your Customer (KYC) requirements, and data protection laws.

 Perform periodic testing and evaluation of internal controls to assess effectiveness, reliability, and alignment with organizational objectives. 

Maintain accurate and comprehensive documentation of internal control procedures, assessments, test results, and remediation actions taken.

 Provide training and awareness sessions to employees on internal control policies, procedures, and best practices to promote a culture of compliance, accountability, and ethical conduct. 

Support internal and external audit processes by facilitating access to relevant documentation, providing assistance during audit fieldwork, and ensuring timely resolution of audit findings

Implement measures to prevent, detect, and mitigate fraud risks by establishing controls to safeguard assets, monitor transactions, and investigate suspicious activities or irregularities. 

Collaborate with various departments, including finance, operations, IT, compliance, and legal, to ensure alignment of internal control activities with organizational goals and initiatives.

Stay abreast of changes in the regulatory landscape, industry trends, and emerging risks to proactively identify areas for improvement and enhance internal control measures accordingly.

Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or other relevant certifications preferred.3 years of experience in internal auditing, risk management, or compliance within the financial services industry.Strong understanding of internal control frameworks and regulatory requirements.Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to identify and mitigate risks effectively.Proficiency in audit tools, data analysis techniques, and Microsoft Office applications.Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.Application Interested and qualified applicants should send CVs to using BW-ICO-24 as subject