Gbenga Badejo and Co - Our client is a non-bank financial institution specializing in funds management, credit services, financial advisory, portfolio management, and equipment leasing.
They are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Internal Control / Compliance Officer
Location: Gbagada, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Key Responsibilities
- Review customer onboarding files and credit documentation to ensure full KYC compliance before loan disbursement
- Monitor daily transactions and flag unusual patterns; escalate and file Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) where required
- Act as the point of contact for regulatory bodies, including CBN, ensuring timely and accurate filings (returns, reports, queries)
- Maintain and update compliance policies to reflect current regulatory changes and internal process adjustments
- Conduct periodic compliance audits across all departments to identify gaps and enforce corrective actions
- Lead internal investigations into compliance breaches, documenting findings and recommending disciplinary or control measures
- Design and deliver targeted compliance training sessions, especially for frontline teams handling customers and transactions Required Experience
Education and Experience
- A Bachelor Degree or Higher National Diploma in Accounting or related courses from a reputable educational institution.
- 4 - 5 years’ experience in compliance, risk or internal control audit within a financial institution (lending, microfinance, fintech, or banking) .
- Hands-on experience with AML/CFT frameworks, KYC processes, and transaction monitoring
- Working knowledge of CBN regulations, reporting requirements, and Nigerian Financial Standards.
- Exposure to credit processes and the loan lifecycle within a finance company is strongly preferred.
- Must be a Chartered Accountant.
Application Closing Date
18th June, 2026.
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