Internal Audit / Compliance Officer at a Financial Investment Company - HR Leverage Africa (7 Openings)

HRLeverage - Our client, a Financial Investment Company is currently recruiting suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Internal Audit / Compliance Officer

Locations: Abuja, Asaba - Delta, Benin - Edo, Port-Harcourt - Rivers, Ilorin - Kwara, Enugu, Owerri - Imo

Job Responsibilities

• 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
• Create sound internal controls and monitor adherence to them.
• Develop and review company policies.
• Implement best audit and business practices in line with applicable internal audit statements.
• Act as an objective source of independent advice to ensure validity, legality and goal achievement
• Collaborate with external auditors and HR when needed
• Maintain current knowledge of laws and regulations and keep abreast of recent changes
• Providing guidance to the board of directors, senior management, staff, and employees on compliance
• Ensure all employees are educated on the latest regulations and processes.
• Conduct ad hoc investigations into identified or reported risks.

Job Requirements

• B.Sc Accounting or related fields.
• Professional Certifications such as ACA, CFA, CISA
• Proven working experience as Internal Auditor, Senior Auditor or Compliance Officer (at least  5 years)
• Advanced computer skills on MS Office, accounting software and databases
• Experience in risk management
• Integrity and professional ethics
• Familiarity with industry practices, regulatory laws and professional standards
• Excellent communication skills
• Risk assessment and conflict management skills
• Able to work under pressure

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.