Oversee and execute core duties encompassing analytical evaluation, strategic implementation, and cross-functional coordination to drive organizational objectives forward. Facilitate seamless communication between departments to ensure alignment with company policies and procedural standards. Develop and maintain robust reporting mechanisms to monitor performance metrics, identify trends, and implement corrective measures as needed. Lead initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, foster innovation, and support sustainable growth within the organization.
Examine customer onboarding documentation and credit files meticulously to confirm adherence to Know Your Customer (KYC) protocols prior to loan disbursement.
Monitor daily transactions vigilantly, identifying any irregularities in patterns, and promptly escalate concerns when necessary. Prepare and submit Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) as mandated by established protocols.
Serve as the primary liaison with regulatory authorities such as the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), facilitating prompt and precise submissions of required filings, including returns, reports, and responses to inquiries.
Revise and keep compliance policies current in alignment with evolving regulatory standards and internal procedural refinements.
Perform regular compliance audits across all departments to detect deficiencies and implement corrective measures.
Conduct thorough internal reviews to identify instances of compliance breaches, meticulously record investigation outcomes, and propose appropriate disciplinary actions or enhanced control measures.
Design and implement tailored compliance training programs, with a primary focus on equipping frontline staff—those who interact directly with customers and process transactions—with essential knowledge and skills.
Seeking a candidate with a relevant educational background and professional experience in the field. Minimum qualifications include a degree in a related discipline, complemented by practical experience in a comparable role. Proficiency in industry-specific knowledge and hands-on expertise are required to effectively fulfill the responsibilities of the position.
A recognized degree, such as a Bachelor’s or Higher National Diploma in Accounting or a closely related field, from a respected academic institution is required.
Candidates should possess a strong background with 4 to 5 years of hands-on experience in compliance, risk management, or internal control auditing, specifically within financial institutions such as lending organizations, microfinance institutions, fintech companies, or banking entities.
Proficiency in implementing and navigating Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Financing of Terrorism (CFT) frameworks, alongside expertise in executing Know Your Customer (KYC) procedures and overseeing transaction monitoring systems, is required.
Proficiency in CBN regulations, statutory reporting obligations, and Nigerian Financial Standards is required.
Proficiency in credit processes and the loan lifecycle within a financial institution is highly advantageous.
A Chartered Accountant qualification is essential for this position.
Qualifications
BA/BSc/HND
Experience Required
4 - 5 years
