Internal Control Officer at Mikado Nigeria Limited

Purpose of Position

• This position plays a key role in the review and development of policies, implementation of internal controls in Mikado Nigeria Limited.

Key Functions of the Position

• To plan, organize and carry out the internal controls function including the preparation of an audit manual, audit plan, scheduling and assigning work and estimating resource needs.
• Conduct risk assessment of departments/functional areas in accordance with timelines.
• Conduct audit testing of potential risk areas and identify reportable issues
• To conduct any reviews or tasks requested by Management
• Actively participates in the development of Internal Control policies ensuring that they are relevant to Mikado Business environment.
• Develop and implement appropriate operating procedures to ensure compliance with Mikado Policies.
• Monitor and provide advice to management to minimize risk resulting from poor internal controls.
• Identify areas of financial and administrative strengths and weaknesses and Develop best practices.
• Review the responses to internal and external audit management letter queries to ensure that recommendations are implemented; follow up on audit action plan to ensure that all action items are resolved before the next annual audit.
• Provide management with periodic reports on compliance with Mikado Standards.
• Provide training to staffs on Internal Controls

Key Qualifications and Skills Required

• Graduate degree in related field or equivalent.
• 3 years experience in accounting, finance, auditing or Business Management.
• 3 years experience in international accounting or Business Management preferred
• Experience in writing internal policies and procedures and process evaluation and documentation
• A demonstrated knowledge of finance, accounting and internal controls
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong analytical skills. Detail oriented and abilityto work and interpret figures and other financial information.
• Strong communication skills both oral and written.
• Ability to work interdependently within a team.