Internal Control Officer (Financials) at Rite Foods Limited

Rite Foods Limited is a truly world class, proudly Nigerian Foods and Beverages manufacturing company which began food production in March 2008. Our company is a major player in the sausage segment of the food industry and is gradually gaining market share in the soft drinks and energy drinks’ segment of the beverage industry in Nigeria.

Rite Foods Limited manufactures under high ethical standards and hygienic conditions to produce quality products that are fit for consumption.

We are recruiting to fill the position below: 

Job Title: Internal Control Officer (Financials)

Location: Ososa, Ogun
Job Type: Full-time

Job Purpose

• The Internal Control Officer (Financials) role is to ensure the accuracy, and reliability of the organization’s financial processes and reporting through effective monitoring and evaluation of financial controls.
• You will be responsible for assessing financial risks, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements, and identifying control weaknesses.
• The role supports sound financial management by safeguarding assets, preventing fraud, and enhancing the overall control environment through continuous improvement and adherence to best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and monitor financial transactions to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with internal policies and accounting standards.
• Perform periodic financial control testing and audits across key processes such as payments, receivables, and reconciliations.
• Identify control weaknesses, financial irregularities, or potential fraud risks and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure proper documentation and authorization of financial transactions in line with approval limits and policies.
• Conduct bank, ledger, and account reconciliations to detect discrepancies and ensure timely resolution.
• Monitor compliance with regulatory requirements, tax obligations, and financial reporting standards.
• Support the preparation and review of financial reports to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, anomalies, and potential risks.
• Ensure effective segregation of duties in financial processes to minimize risk exposure.

Qualification

• First Degree or its equivalent in Accounting, Finance, Economics or any other related discipline.
• 2 - 3 years’ relevant internal control experience on similar role.

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
• Knowledge of financial controls and audit processes
• Familiarity with IFRS or relevant accounting standards
• Ability to identify financial risks and control gaps
• Understanding of regulatory requirements and financial compliance

Application Closing Date
17th April, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications to: talents@ritefoodsltd.com using the job title as the subject of the mail.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.