Internal Control Officer at FCSL Asset Management Company

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Conduct periodic reviews and testing of financial and operational controls to assess effectiveness, compliance, and risk management.
• Identify, document, and support the remediation of control weaknesses through the development and implementation of improved controls.
• Support the development and maintenance of internal control plans, procedures, and documentation, including areas such as business continuity and cybersecurity.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and cross-functional teams to ensure controls are effectively embedded within business processes and systems.
• Prepare reports on control testing findings and monitor action plans to ensure timely resolution of identified issues.
• Participate in internal and external audits and support the strengthening of the company’s operational resilience framework.
• Promote best practices, standardization, and automation of internal control processes while staying updated on regulatory requirements and industry standards.

EDUCATIONAL & PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATION  

• Minimum of second-class upper degree in Accounting, Economics, Statistics, Finance or any related field   
• Membership of professional bodies such as ICAN, ACCA and CIA 

EXPERIENCE

• 2–4 years of relevant experience in internal control or compliance related roles

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

• Excellent knowledge of the Nigerian Capital Market and Financial Services Sector  
• Strong understanding of internal control concepts and frameworks such as COSO 
• Business improvement and process mapping skills 
• Ability to develop controls to block leakages within organizational set-up 
• Strong Analytical and Numerical skills 
• Attention to details 
• Strong communication, written and presentation skills 
• Ability to manage multiple tasks 
• Data Analytics skill/Proficient use of Microsoft Excel & Power Point