Audit & Risk Compliance Officer at Princeps Credit Systems Limited

Job Role

• The Audit & Risk Compliance Officer is responsible for ensuring that the company adheres to regulatory requirements, internal policies, and industry best practices. 
• This role involves conducting audits, assessing risks, and implementing compliance frameworks to safeguard the company’s financial and operational integrity.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct periodic audits to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, policies, and procedures.
• Identify gaps, risks, and areas of improvement in the company’s financial and operational processes.
• Ensure that loan disbursement, repayment, and collections adhere to internal policies and external regulations.
• Develop and implement corrective action plans for process deficiencies.
• Identify, analyze, and mitigate risks related to financial transactions, lending operations, and customer interactions.
• Develop and maintain the company’s risk register and implement risk mitigation strategies.
• Monitor key risk indicators and report findings to management.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant financial and regulatory laws (CBN guidelines, AML/CFT laws, Data Protection Laws, etc.).
• Stay updated on regulatory changes and recommend necessary adjustments to policies and procedures.
• Assist in preparing for external audits and regulatory inspections.
• Monitor transactions for suspicious activities and report potential fraud cases.
• Investigate compliance breaches, fraud, or misconduct and recommend corrective actions.
• Work closely with the IT and security teams to strengthen cybersecurity and data protection measures.
• Develop and update risk and compliance policies in line with industry standards.
• Conduct training sessions for employees on risk management, internal controls, and regulatory compliance.
• Foster a culture of compliance and risk awareness across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Risk Management, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in audit, risk management, or compliance within a financial institution or loan company.
• Strong knowledge of CBN regulations, AML laws, and lending compliance standards.
• Experience conducting internal audits, risk assessments, and fraud investigations.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills.
• Proficiency in audit tools, risk management software, and financial reporting systems.
• Professional certifications such as ACCA, ICAN, CISA, or CRMA (added advantage).