Internal Control Officer (Projects & Procurement) at SOW Real Estate Limited

Job Description

• We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Internal Control Officer (Projects & Procurement)to support the Head of Accounts in managing procurement, project expenditure, and material verification across construction sites.
• The successful candidate will combine accounting knowledge with strong procurement and site-monitoring skills. This role requires regular visits to project sites to verify that materials and services paid for by the company have been supplied, delivered, and properly used in line with approved project requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Head of Accounts to monitor procurement activities and project-related expenditure.
• Review procurement requests, quotations, invoices, delivery notes, and supporting documents before payment processing.
• Visit construction sites regularly to verify the delivery and quantity of materials such as blocks, sand, cement, iron rods, electrical materials, plumbing materials, finishing materials, and other site supplies.
• Confirm that materials paid for by the company have been delivered to the appropriate project location and are in line with approved specifications.
• Reconcile procurement records with site delivery records, store records, invoices, and payment documentation.
• Identify discrepancies, shortages, overpricing, duplicate requests, delayed deliveries, or unapproved purchases and escalate them promptly.
• Hold regular meetings with the Head of Projects, Engineers, Site Supervisors, and other project stakeholders to understand each stage of work, upcoming material requirements, and project timelines.
• Support the preparation of procurement plans and material requirement schedules based on project progress.
• Monitor usage of construction materials on site and support measures to reduce wastage, losses, and unnecessary expenditure.
• Prepare periodic reports on procurement activities, site verification findings, material usage, outstanding deliveries, and cost variances.
• Maintain accurate records of vendors, purchase orders, invoices, delivery notes, site verification reports, and payment approvals.
• Assist in evaluating suppliers based on pricing, quality, delivery timelines, and reliability.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, approved budgets, and internal control procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Head of Accounts or Management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Accounting, Finance, Procurement, Quantity Surveying, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 2–4 years’ relevant experience in procurement, accounting, cost control, construction, real estate, or project administration.
• Experience working with construction materials and site procurement processes will be an added advantage.
• Strong understanding of procurement documentation, invoice verification, payment processes, and cost monitoring.
• Ability to read, review, and reconcile invoices, delivery notes, purchase orders, and site records.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and reporting skills.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other accounting or ERP software.
• Ability to work independently, conduct site inspections, and communicate effectively with engineers, project managers, vendors, and site personnel.
• High level of integrity, attention to detail, accountability, and ability to identify irregularities.
• Willingness to travel regularly to company project sites within Abuja and surrounding locations.