Reports To: Managing Director / Executive Management
Job Summary
The Head of Internal Control is responsible for designing, implementing, and monitoring internal control systems to safeguard company assets, ensure compliance with policies and regulations, and improve operational efficiency. The role requires strong oversight of financial and operational processes, particularly within a manufacturing environment, to mitigate risks and prevent fraud, waste, and inefficiencies.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and continuously improve internal control frameworks, policies, and procedures across all departments.
- Conduct periodic audits (financial, operational, and compliance) to ensure adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements.
- Evaluate manufacturing processes to identify risks, inefficiencies, and control gaps.
- Monitor inventory management, production processes, procurement activities, and warehouse operations to prevent losses and discrepancies.
- Ensure proper documentation and authorization of transactions across all business units.
- Lead investigations into suspected fraud, misconduct, or internal control breaches and recommend corrective actions.
- Provide detailed audit reports with actionable recommendations to management.
- Collaborate with department heads to ensure implementation of corrective actions and process improvements.
- Review and validate financial records, cost controls, and expense management systems.
- Ensure compliance with statutory regulations, company policies, and industry best practices.
- Supervise and mentor internal control/audit team members.
- Establish risk management strategies and maintain a risk register for the organization.
- Support external auditors during statutory audits and regulatory inspections.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Reduction in operational losses and control breaches
- Effectiveness of internal control systems
- Timely completion of audit assignments
- Implementation rate of audit recommendations
- Compliance level across departments
- Accuracy of inventory and financial records
Qualifications & Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
- Minimum of 5–10 years’ experience in Internal Control, Audit, or Risk Management, preferably within a manufacturing company.
- Professional certification such as ACA, ACCA, CIA, CISA, or ICAN is an added advantage.
- Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks, audit procedures, and risk management practices.
- Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, inventory control, and cost management.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and accounting/audit software.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- High level of integrity and attention to detail
- Excellent leadership and team management abilities
- Strong communication and report-writing skills
- Ability to work independently and enforce compliance
- Critical thinking and decision-making capability
- Strong understanding of fraud detection and prevention techniques
Personal Attributes
- Ethical and highly trustworthy
- Assertive with strong enforcement capability
- Detail-oriented and result-driven
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Proactive and highly observant
Working Conditions
- Primarily office-based with frequent visits to factory floors, warehouses, and operational units
- May require extended hours during audits or investigations\\
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their CV/Resume to reliablesteelplasticrecruit@gmail.com with the subject line “Application for Head of Internal control/Audit.”
Application Deadline: 11/04/2026
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