Analyst & Compliance Officer at a Finance and Business Consultancy Firm - Workforce Group

Workforce Group  - Our client, a Finance and Business Consultancy firm, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Analyst & Compliance Officer

Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Sector: Consulting

Job Description

• Workforce Group is currently recruiting an Analyst and Compliance Officer for our client a finance and business consultancy firm, you will play a critical role in ensuring the integrity and accuracy of financial information, compliance with regulations, and the overall quality of our services.

Responsibilities
Financial Auditing:

• Assist in planning and conducting financial audits for clients to evaluate their financial statements and internal controls.
• Review financial documents, records, and reports to identify discrepancies or irregularities.
• Perform substantive and analytical audit procedures to assess the accuracy of financial information.

Compliance Assessment:

• Assist in assessing and ensuring compliance with relevant financial regulations, standards, and laws.
• Stay up-to-date with changes in financial regulations and communicate their implications to the team.

Data Analysis:

• Analyze financial data and trends to identify areas for improvement or potential risks.
• Prepare reports summarizing findings and recommendations for clients and internal stakeholders.

Documentation:

• Maintain organized and comprehensive files with all relevant documentation.
• Prepare work papers, audit reports, and other documentation as required.
• Prepare and present reports, summaries, and visualizations for internal and client use.

Client Engagement:

• Collaborate with clients and team members to gather information and address their inquiries.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships by providing excellent service and professional guidance.
• Assist clients in understanding complex financial data and reports.

Risk Assessment:

• Assist in assessing the internal control environment of clients to identify weaknesses and suggest improvements.
• Identify and communicate potential risks to the Partners.

Quality Assurance:

• Ensure that audit procedures are conducted by professional standards and company policies.
• Participate in quality control reviews and process improvement initiatives.

Training and Development:

• Continuously update your knowledge and skills related to auditing and financial regulations.
• Actively participate in training programs and mentorship opportunities.

Financial Modelling:

• Build and maintain financial models to support decision-making processes for clients.
• Evaluate the financial performance and viability of various projects.

Confidentiality:

• Maintain the highest confidentiality and ethical standards in handling sensitive client information.

Reporting:

• Prepare and present audit findings and recommendations to clients and management.
• Assist in the preparation of audit reports and management letters.

Communication:

• Effectively communicate analysis results and insights to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure the delivery of high-quality services.

Continuous Learning:

• Stay current with industry trends, data analysis techniques, and compliance best practices.
• Participate in training and professional development activities.

Requirements and skills

• A degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• ICAN qualified
• Minimum of 5 years total related experience.
• 3 years of experience in accounting and consulting firms.
• Proficiency in financial analysis software and MS Office Suite.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Salary
N450,000 monthly.

Application Closing Date
16th October, 2024.