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Internal Control / Audit Executive

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Job Details
Responsibilities:
  • Plan and execute risk-based audit and control reviews covering banking operations, credit, treasury, finance, compliance, branch activities, and other relevant areas.
  • Test and evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of the Bank’s internal controls.
  • Identify control gaps, process weaknesses, policy breaches, operational risks, and their root causes.
  • Conduct transaction testing, sample reviews, reconciliations, and basic data analysis to identify errors, exceptions, irregularities, or potential fraud.
  • Prepare clear and timely audit reports containing prioritised findings, risk implications, recommendations, and remediation timelines.
  • Present periodic audit and control reports to the Managing Director/CEO and Board of Directors, as required.
  • Monitor management action plans and follow up on outstanding audit findings.
  • Verify the implementation and effectiveness of agreed corrective actions.
  • Support the review and update of the Bank’s policies, procedures, operational manuals, and internal control frameworks.
  • Assist with regulatory examinations, responses, and information requests.
  • Support engagements with external auditors and other assurance providers.
  • Participate in fraud risk assessments and investigations where required.
  • Maintain complete and properly documented audit working papers.
  • Provide periodic reports on control exceptions, remediation status, emerging risks, and repeat findings.
  • Perform other audit and control-related responsibilities assigned by the Managing Director/CEO or Board of Directors.

Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, economics, or a related discipline.
  • Minimum of 2-3 years of relevant experience in internal audit, internal control, compliance, risk management, or a related function.
  • Experience within banking, microfinance, fintech, or other financial services institutions is preferred.
  • Experience in branch audits, credit portfolio reviews, operational controls, transaction monitoring, or regulatory compliance will be an advantage.
  • No professional certification is required for the role.


Required Skills and Competencies:
  • Sound knowledge of internal control principles and risk-based audit methodologies.
  • Good understanding of accounting principles, banking operations, credit processes, and regulatory compliance.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic data analysis.
  • Strong audit report writing and documentation skills.
  • Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder-management skills
  • High levels of integrity, objectivity, confidentiality, and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently, manage multiple assignments, and meet deadlines.

Location: Ajah, Lagos

Remuneration:
  • Gross Annual Salary During Probation: NGN 3,000,000 (NGN 250,000 gross monthly)
  • Gross Annual Salary Upon Successful Confirmation: NGN 4,200,000 (NGN 350,000 gross monthly)

Benefits:
  • Training and professional development support.
  • Health Maintenance Organisation (HMO) coverage.
  • Subsidised accommodation through bed-space provision, subject to availability and applicable terms.
  • Performance bonuses, approved incentives, and other applicable benefits.
  • Pension contributions and other statutory employment benefits.

Note: Preference would be given to candidates with relevant experience in banking, microfinance, fintech, or other financial services institutions who are available to resume within a short period.
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