Internal Control Officer at University Press PLC

Job Description

• Regularly assessing the effectiveness of controls and identifying areas for improvement.
• Identifying and evaluating potential risks to the company and developing strategies to mitigate them.
• Ensuring compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Communicating findings, recommendations, and control weaknesses to management and stakeholders.
• Identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and reduce risks.

Qualification & Required Skills

• A relevant First Degree (BSc / HND) in Accounting with a minimum of second-class lower division/lower credit.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in internal control or Internal audit preferably within a structured organization.
• Membership of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) will be an added advantage.
• Ability to identify and analyze control weaknesses and recommend solutions.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Knowledge of internal controls frameworks such as COSO and COBIT.
• Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations in Nigeria.
• Ability to identify and document minor discrepancies and potential risks.
• Ability to work independently.