Internal Control Officer at Genesis Group Nigeria

Genesis is a wholly Nigerian owned group with business interests in hotels, restaurants, cinemas, shopping malls, real estate development, catering and snack foods. Genesis has its corporate head office in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. For twenty five years, we have provided 'exceptional products and services' to multinationals, local corporations and the Nigerian public.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Internal Control Officer

Location: Onitsha, Anambra
Employment Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine and surprise audits at store locations to ensure adherence to operating procedures.
• Verify compliance with standard QSR processes (cash handling, food production, inventory movement, wastage recording, safety procedures).
• Review shift reports, POS transactions, discounts, voids, refunds, and complimentary items for irregularities.
• Monitor adherence to hygiene, food safety, and quality control standards.
• Audit cash handling processes including end-of-day closing, reconciliations, and deposits.
• Ensure bank deposits match POS sales reports daily.
• Review expense claims, petty cash usage, and vendor payments for accuracy and legitimacy.
• Investigate variances in sales, cost of goods sold (COGS), and store operating expenses.

Inventory Management:

• Conduct periodic inventory counts for food, packaging, and supplies.
• Identify variances between physical counts and system stock; recommend corrective measures.
• Monitor wastage, spoilage, and theft indicators.
• Evaluate supply chain processes for risk exposure or inefficiencies.

Risk Management & Compliance:

• Assess risks across restaurant operations and implement risk mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, health and safety regulations, labor laws, and franchise standards (if applicable).
• Investigate fraud allegations, theft suspicions, and operational malpractice.
• Provide recommendations and action plans to close identified control gaps.
• Prepare detailed internal control and audit reports with findings, risk assessments, and corrective actions.
• Follow up with store managers to ensure implementation of corrective actions.
• Maintain organized documentation for audits, compliance reviews, and checklists
• Educate staff and management on internal control procedures and best practices.
• Assist in developing and updating policies, SOPs, manuals, and control guidelines.
• Identify bottlenecks in operations and recommend process improvements.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good knowledge of QSR operations and food industry processes
• Excellent attention to detail and integrity
• Strong communication and report-writing skills
• Proficiency with POS systems, Excel, and audit software
• Ability to work independently and conduct field audits
• Knowledge of risk management and internal control framework
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in internal control, auditing, or QSR operations (preferred).
• Professional certifications (CIA, CFE, ACCA, CPA) are an added advantage.
• Frequent visits to restaurant branches.
• May require early morning, evening, or weekend audits.
• Fast-paced environment with strict timelines.

Application Closing Date
26th November, 2025.