Head, Internal Control and Audit (Financial Services)
IRECRUITERS AFRICA
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Industry: Registrar Services
Work Schedule: Hybrid
About the Company: Our client is a leading securities register and data management provider in the Nigerian Capital Market.
The Company is seeking to hire a well-experienced Head, Internal Control and Audit professional who will ensure robust internal controls, regulatory compliance, and accuracy in registrar operations through effective audit and risk management practices.
Key Responsibilities:
§ Responsible for conducting ongoing review of internal controls, operating procedures, and compliance with policies and regulations
§ Responsible for designing the company's annual audit plan
§ Responsible for conducting periodic audits of various units within the firm
§ Reviews and appraises the soundness, effectiveness, and proper application of accounting and financial controls
§ Performs periodical risk assessments; analyses current risks and identifies potential risks that may affect the company
§ Responsible for compiling SEC reports and returns
§ Responsible for carrying out investigations as may be assigned or deemed necessary
§ Set a risk and compliance framework for the firm in line with the firm’s principles and culture
§ Proactively guide the integration of risk management with other organizational planning and management activities
§ Attend Board Audit and Risk Committee meetings, and any other duties assigned by Management
§ Attend Board Audit and Risk Committee meetings, and any other duties assigned by Management
§ Stay abreast of contemporary industry practices and knowledge
Requirements
§ Minimum of a first degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Business Administration with relevant
§ Professional qualification in e.g., ACCA, ACA, ICAN, CIA.
§ A Master’s Degree in any of the above fields is an added advantage
Key Experience
§ At least 8 years in a similar role in the financial industry
§ At least 7-10 Years’ relevant experience in a registrar's firm or finance house, which should be in a managerial capacity.
General Key Performance Indicators:
§ Zero fraudulent transactions
§ Effectiveness of risk mitigation strategy
§% of costs incurred due to risks
§% of staff trained in risk management techniques
§% of risk issues exceeding defined risk tolerance without action plans
§ Frequency and severity of risk occurrence
§ Responses to requests in 24 hours or less
§ Accuracy of reports
§ Number of delinquent transactions
§% Error Rate in Corporate Actions Processing
§% Regulatory Compliance Rate
Benefits
Compensation: Base Pay is N19,000,000 Annually (Flexible), plus Other interesting benefits
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