Internal Control Specialist at People Capacity Management

People Capacity Management, headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria, is a consulting firm specializing in human resources and management. Leveraging our extensive industry-specific knowledge, we offer a range of services, expertise, and resources to clients in both the private and public sectors. Our unwavering dedication is to efficiently and affordably cater to our clients' requirements.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Internal Control Specialist

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

Job Summary

• A highly skilled and detail-oriented Internal Control Specialist to join our Finance and Accounting team.
• The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the effectiveness and efficiency of our internal control systems, safeguarding company assets, and maintaining compliance with relevant regulations.
• The Internal Control Specialist will collaborate with various departments to assess and enhance internal controls, identify areas of improvement, and implement best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct periodic assessments of the organization's internal control environment.
• Evaluate the design and operational effectiveness of internal controls to mitigate risks.
• Identify and analyze potential risks within business processes.
• Develop and implement strategies to mitigate identified risks and strengthen internal controls.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess and improve business processes.
• Recommend and implement enhancements to internal controls to optimize efficiency and effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Stay abreast of changes in regulations and update internal control processes accordingly.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of internal control processes and assessments.
• Generate and present regular reports to management on the status of internal controls and recommendations for improvement.
• Provide training and guidance to employees on internal control procedures and compliance requirements.
• Foster a culture of awareness and accountability regarding internal controls.
• Liaise with external auditors and regulatory bodies during audits.
• Assist in the preparation of audit documentation and respond to audit findings as needed.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• Professional certification such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Public Accountant (ICPA) is preferred.
• Proven 5 - 8 years experience in internal controls, risk management, or audit functions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.

Application Closing Date
20th January, 2024.