Compliance & Internal Controller

Our client is a Lead Battery Recycling company in Nigeria.

Job Summary

The Internal Control Manager will be responsible for ensuring a strong internal control environment through the development of policies and procedures, ensuring their implementation and auditing for compliance. The position will work to foster standardization and consistency across the organizations business processes and internal control.

Compliance

Developing and implementing effective compliance programs in the organization.

Ensure that the organization is compliant with relevant laws and requirements. – Government, Agencies, Auditors, Investors etc.

Assess company operations to identify compliance issues, assess risks, and recommend solutions to rectify the problems.

Providing support and guidance to operational teams on issues of compliance.

Internal Audit & Control

Conducting regular and comprehensive audits to assess the effectiveness of internal controls, financial records, and compliance with laws, stakeholders’ regulations and the company’s policies and procedures.

Examining financial and operational data of the organization, including detailed testing of transactions and processes

Prepare and present reports that reflect audit’s results and document process.

Conduct follow up audits to monitor management’s interventions.

External Audits

Be the focal person for external audits.

Communicate audit requirements to all concerned units.

Ensure the preparedness of the company for external audits by working with the concerned teams.

Present report of gaps discovered during audit to management.

Work with the concerned parties to ensure a prompt close out of gaps.

Requirements

5 years experience in internal control and audit in manufacturing

Proven working experience as Internal Auditor or Senior Auditor

Prior work experience in using an ERP system (Odoo etc.) and Office 365

Ability to manipulate large amounts of data and to compile detailed reports.

Proven knowledge of auditing standards and procedures, laws, rules, and industry regulations

Strong knowledge of implementing policies and SOP

Advanced computer skills on MS Office, accounting software and databases

High attention to detail and excellent analytical skills

Analytical skills to study problems and records and identify solutions.

Sound independent judgment

BSc degree in Accounting or Finance

An ACA qualification will be an advantage