General Manager, Internal Control & Business Efficiency at Genesis Group

At Genesis Group, we've been living our dreams and redefining the world of hospitality for over three decades. Our journey has been characterized by excellence in a wide range of services, including Catering, Hotels, Restaurants, and Cinemas. With a team of over 10,000 dedicated professionals and 30 locations spanning across Nigeria and beyond, we take pride in delivering exceptional experiences to our valued customers.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: General Manager, Internal Control & Business Efficiency

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The GM of Internal Control is responsible for developing and implementing a robust internal control framework, driving process efficiency, ensuring compliance, and providing assurance to senior management and the Board that risks are identified and properly managed.

Key Responsibilities
Internal Control & Risk Management:

• Framework Development: Design, implement, and maintain comprehensive internal control policies and procedures (e.g., COSO framework).
• Audit & Review: Conduct regular internal audits and control reviews across all departments to identify weaknesses, gaps, or inefficiencies.
• Risk Mitigation: Identify operational, financial, and compliance risks and implement effective mitigation strategies.
• Fraud Prevention: Implement measures to detect and prevent fraud, bribery, and corruption.

Compliance & Governance:

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with statutory regulations, industry standards, and internal policies.
• Audit Coordination: Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors and regulatory bodies.
• Policy Enforcement: Monitor compliance with accounting standards (IFRS, GAAP) and company regulations.

Operational Efficiency & Reporting:

• Process Improvement: Analyze operational processes to identify bottlenecks and suggest improvements for increased productivity and reduced costs.
• Reporting: Deliver timely, accurate reports to senior leadership and the Audit Committee on control deficiencies and remediation efforts.
• Remediation: Collaborate with business owners to resolve control issues and follow up to ensure corrective actions are implemented.

Leadership & Training:

• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor the internal control team, setting performance goals.
• Training: Develop and conduct training to promote a culture of compliance and risk awareness across the organization.

Performance Metrics (KPIs)

• Percentage of internal control audits completed vs. planned.
• Reduction in the number of high-risk findings by external auditors.
• Timeliness of remediation for identified control deficiencies.
• Accuracy and reliability of financial and operational reporting.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Business Administration.
• Certifications: Professional qualifications such as CPA, ACA, ACCA, CIA, CISA, or CFE are highly preferred.
• Experience: 7–10+ years of progressive experience in internal control, auditing, or risk management, preferably in a senior leadership role.
• Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of financial reporting, SOX compliance, and IT general controls.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Analytical Thinking: Ability to evaluate complex processes and identify potential risks.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written skills for presenting to executives and board members.
• Integrity: High level of professional ethics and confidentiality.
• Collaboration: Ability to work across functions to influence and implement change.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and MS Office Suite.

Application Closing Date
10th March, 2026.