Internal Control Officer

Responsibilities:

• Conduct periodic reviews and spot checks on branch and departmental activities to ensure adherence to internal policies and regulatory guidelines (CBN, NDIC, AML/CFT)
• Evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of internal control systems and recommend improvements.
• Review and verify all financial and operational transactions for accuracy, completeness, and compliance
• Carry out investigations on irregularities, discrepancies, or suspected fraud and provide detailed reports.
• Monitor staff adherence to laid-down procedures and ethical standards
• Participate in risk assessments and ensure prompt reporting of control weaknesses
• Prepare internal control reports and follow up on audit exceptions to ensure timely resolution
• Support management in the design and implementation of new control policies
• Liaise with external auditors and regulatory examiners as required.

Requirements:

• A minimum of an HND in Accounting, Finance or related discipline
• Professional certification such as ACA, ACCA or ICAN is an advantage
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in internal control, audit or compliance within a microfinance bank
• Strong understanding of microfinance operations, banking regulations and risk management Practices
• Excellent analytical, communication and reporting skills
• High level of integrity and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently.