Head, Internal Control at Deloitte Nigeria

Deloitte is the largest private professional services network in the world. Everyday, approximately 286,200 professionals in more than 150 countries demonstrate their commitment to making an impact that matters. Our West Africa practice serves multinationals, large national enterprises, small and medium-sized enterprises and the public sector across Nigeria and Ghana.

In Nigeria, Deloitte is one of the leading professional services firms, specializing in providing Audit, Tax, Consulting, Risk Advisory and Financial Advisory services. We serve clients in a variety of industries from financial services, consumer, telecommunications, media & technology, energy resources & Industrial and government and public services.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head, Internal Control

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Description

• We are currently seeking a Head of Internal Control for our client in the Agro-allied sector. As the Head of Internal Control, you will be responsible for overseeing the internal control framework.
• You will play a key role in ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, policies, and procedures, as well as identifying and mitigating risks.
• With your expertise in internal control, you will contribute to the enhancement of the company's operations by implementing effective control measures and providing guidance to the management team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a robust internal control framework for the organization.
• Review and assess the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls and propose improvements.
• Monitor compliance with regulatory requirements and policies.
• Conduct risk assessments and identify areas of vulnerability.
• Provide guidance and training to employees on internal control procedures.
• Perform audits and investigations to identify control weaknesses and recommend corrective actions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure internal controls are embedded in business processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Professional certification in accounting or internal control (e.g., CPA, CISA)
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in internal control, preferably in the food production industry
• Strong knowledge of internal control concepts, frameworks, and best practices
• Excellent understanding of applicable regulations and industry standards
• Proven ability to design and implement effective control systems
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.