Risk and Audit Officer (Accountant) at Emerald Business Support Services (EmeraldBSS)

Emerald Business Support Services (EmeraldBSS) provides Advisory Solutions that are specific to each Client’s peculiar needs that will stand them out in the Industry where they play.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Risk and Audit Officer (Accountant)

Location: Lagos
Job type: Full time

Job Summary

• The Accountant (Risk & Audit) manages financial records while integrating risk assessment and internal control functions into daily accounting operations.
• The role ensures financial accuracy, regulatory compliance, and proactive identification and mitigation of financial and operational risks.

Key Responsibilities
Accounting & Financial Management:

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial records and reports.
• Manage general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, and reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and tax regulations.
• Coordinate internal and external audits.

Risk Management & Compliance:

• Identify, assess, and monitor financial and operational risks.
• Develop and implement internal control procedures to mitigate risk exposure.
• Conduct periodic risk assessments and control reviews.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies.
• Monitor fraud risks, financial irregularities, and internal control weaknesses.
• Prepare risk reports and present findings to management.
• Support the implementation of enterprise risk management (ERM) frameworks.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV directly to: hr@emeraldzone.com.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the email.