Internal Control and Compliance Officer at Smart Partners

JOB SUMMARY

Our client is seeking a dedicated and experienced Internal Control and Compliance Officer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the independent appraisal of the effectiveness of the policies, procedures, and standards, and ensure strict adherence to internal and external policies, controls and procedures and maintenance of quality service delivery.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Own the design, implementation, documentation, assessment, and monitoring of the firm’s internal control framework, including key operational policies and risks, to ensure that the firm has adequate controls to prevent unintentional and intentional errors in financial reporting, firm’s key processes,and business operations.
2. Deliver adequate and timely reporting on the internal control framework and control deficiencies to ensure appropriate communication, documentation, and escalation to senior leadership, and the Governance Board.
3. Facilitate prompt computation and payment of all PAYE and PENSION 
4. Ensure that all the Firm’s assets are fully insured in line with the policy on insurance and facilitate prompt processing of insurance claims to the firm as may be required.
5. Evaluate and test controls in place to ensure areas for improvement are identified and risks minimized.
6. Conduct thorough and objective examination of financial transactions records, review monthly reconciliation of all GL accounts by Finance department.
7.  Periodically review treasury management processes / cash flow and other appraisals of the firm’s handling of financial transactions.
8. Review tax management and compliance.
9. Conduct periodic internal audit of each department.
10. Prepare and present audit reports identifying weaknesses and suggesting new procedure, controls, and policies, of practice groups, departmental units, and all processes in the firm.
11. Monitor the quality of Internal and external processes for all departments and functions within the company.
12. Conduct orientation of relevant parties on new processes, policies, and controls.
13. Ensure firm’s compliance with established control on all business and financial transactions.
14. Address specific training and development needs to fill compliance gaps.
15. Monitor and control Operational Budget and Capital Expenditure Budget (CAPEX).
16. Conduct monthly review and sign-off of all payrolls’ related computation and advice.
17. Review handling of joiners, leavers, and disciplinary issues by HR

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE 

1. Degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field; roles.
2. Proven experience in internal auditing, internal controls, or risk management roles.
3. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.