Located in the most populous country in the most diverse continent, we have come to realise that conventional financial institutions are handicapped in creating sustainable value for the present generation and the next.
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The Internal Control Manager will be responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring effective internal control systems across all business units. This role ensures the safeguarding of assets, compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements, accuracy of financial reporting, and operational efficiency.
To design, implement, and manage comprehensive internal controls for operational efficiency, risk mitigation, and regulatory compliance in a manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Ensure compliance with financial, regulatory requirements, operational policies, laws, standards and best practices.
Review control reports from Internal Control Officers and ensure timely closure of control gaps.
Provide monthly reports to senior management on control effectiveness and exceptions across processes.
Develop and continuously improve the internal control framework across all business functions.
Oversee the execution of internal control reviews and risk-based assessments.
Coordinate with department heads to ensure controls are integrated into daily operations across all processes.
Report control violations, fraud, or financial discrepancies for investigation.
Supervise, mentor, and train internal control staff officer to ensure team competence.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
Professional certification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIA) is required.
Minimum of 6–8 years’ relevant experience in internal controls, audit, or compliance, preferably in manufacturing.
Strong understanding of internal control frameworks (COSO).
Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
Soft Skills:
Strong leadership and team management
Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and report-writing ability
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