Senior Internal Audit and Compliance Officer at O'Spaces Nigeria Limited

General Responsibility:

The Internal Audit & Compliance Officer, will play a crucial role in ensuring the effectiveness, efficiency, and integrity of our company\\\'s financial operations and internal compliance. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting audits, evaluating internal controls and compliance, identifying areas of improvement, and implementing best practices to safeguard our assets and promote compliance with internal requirements. Other duties and Responsibilities include:

• Plan and execute internal audits to assess the adequacy of controls, accuracy of financial records, and compliance with policies and procedures.
• Review and analyze financial statements, payroll, accounting records, and other relevant documents to identify discrepancies or irregularities.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management processes, and operational procedures.
• Identify areas of potential risk and recommend appropriate control measures to mitigate risks.
• Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of existing internal control systems and policies.
• Design and implement control procedures to mitigate risks, and prevent fraudulent activities.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and accounting standards.
• Develop and update internal control manuals, guidelines, and documentation.
• Collaborate with management to develop action plans and implement recommended improvements.
• Monitor compliance to established policies and procedures.
• Investigate and report any suspected fraudulent activities or non-compliance issues.
• Recommend corrective actions to prevent recurrence of identified irregularities.
• Weekly and monthly submission of internal audit report.
• Review inventory reports and identify discrepancies.
• Carry out spot-checks on various sites using inventory reports.
• Any other duty assigned by the Management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Professional certifications are an added advantage.
• Proven experience working as an internal auditor and compliance officer.

Skills 

• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities, with attention to detail.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and in a team, managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficient in using audit and accounting software, as well as Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.