Senior Internal Control & Audit Officer at Koins Microfinance Bank Limited

Koins Microfinance Bank Limited is a fully licensed technology and impact-driven microfinance bank that focuses on driving financial inclusion. Loans / Savings/ Investments. Koins Bank, a member of Primera Africa Group, is a fully licensed microfinance bank dedicated to providing innovative financial solutions to businesses and individuals. Our goal is to enhance financial inclusion by offering a comprehensive suite of services tailored to meet the diverse needs of our clients.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Internal Control & Audit Officer

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

Job Description

• Plan and deliver internal Control Programme of determined business areas or department
• Identify control gaps and weaknesses, recommend improvements, and monitor the implementation of corrective actions
• Collaborate with department heads to promote a culture of compliance and continuous improvement
• Prepare reports of audit findings and make recommendations to the business
• Perform and control the full audit cycle including risk management and control management over operations’ effectiveness, financial reliability, and compliance with all applicable directives and regulations
• Assess the suitability of current internal controls, making suggestions for improvements where needed
• Ensure the business complies with all relevant policies, industry regulations, and government legislation
• Liaise with and advise senior management on internal audit issues
• Prepare and present reports that reflect the audit’s results and document the process
• Identify loopholes and recommend risk aversion measures and cost savings
• Conduct follow-up audits to monitor management’s intervention
• Prepares drafts of, audits or review reports which include the development of clear, constructive, and actionable recommendations to address risks identified.

Requirements

• Candidates should possess Bachelor's Degrees with 5 - 8 years relevant work experience.
• Proficiency in the use of excel (Intermediate level)High ethical standards and a commitment to integrity and accountability.
• Strong understanding of internal control frameworks, risk management principles, and corporate governance.
• Professional certifications such as ACA, ACCA, CIA, or CISA additional advantage.

Application Closing Date
27th February, 2025.