Internal Control at CardinalStone Nigeria

CardinalStone is a full service investment banking firm operating out of Lagos Nigeria. The firm began operations in June 2008 and is currently registered by the Nigerian Securities & Exchange Commission to operate as an Issuing House, Fund Manager and Broker/Dealer. CardinalStone Securities Limited is the licensed Stockbroking subsidiary of CardinalStone Partners.

At CardinalStone, we believe that the quality of our people is a major determinant of our ability to consistently deliver on our clients' expectations. Consequently, we seek to serve our clients with a diverse team of professionals who have demonstrated a strong commitment to intellectual vigour and professional excellence, in their respective areas of focus, through the course of their academic and professional experiences.

CardinalStone is recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Title: Internal Control

Location: Nigeria

Job Specification

• Formulate, direct and co-ordinate the delivery of excellent internal audit services in alignment with the Firm’s strategy and key objectives
• Review the accuracy of financial records, promote operational efficiency and ensure adherence to policies and procedures
• Develop an internal control testing methodology
• Examine procedures in existence to ensure that resources and assets of the Firm are safeguarded
• Evaluate information security and associated risk exposures
• Coordinate the review of accounting records to ensure proper records are maintained
• Review of financial statements as appropriate and liaise on regular basis with external auditors
• Ensure contract price and prices of purchased items are reasonable.

Qualifications

• Minimum Second Class Upper Degree from a reputable University in Finance/Accounting, Economics/Business Administration or any related field.
• Must hold a professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, or ACMA).
• Minimum of 3 years post-NYSC relevant professional experience in accounting or audit related functions with a Capital Markets Operator or Financial Institution.

General Competencies
The candidate must demonstrate the following skills:

• Superior analytical reasoning and problem solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills - able to succinctly express complex ideas (verbally and in writing).
• Strong interpersonal skills, maturity and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and highly organized.
• Efficient and goal oriented.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

Application Closing Date
20th February, 2015.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online