The Role
The Internal Control Unit is actively seeking a skilled Internal Control Officer to enhance the effectiveness of the internal control framework across the organization.
This position will involve evaluating financial transactions, procurement activities, reconciliations, and operational processes in accordance with the COST framework to uphold operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and risk reduction.
What You Will Do
Monitor and oversee all controls pertaining to loan approvals, interest calculations, reconciliations, journal entries, and ledger postings to ensure accuracy and compliance with established financial standards.
Perform daily assessments of operational transactions such as account openings, loans, payments, deposits, and expenses.
Examine commission and incentive calculations to ensure accuracy and alignment with established policies and procedures.
Monitor exceptions in tracking controls and ensure follow-up actions are taken by process owners to address and resolve issues across diverse business functions.
Ensure adherence to internal policies as well as applicable regulatory requirements.
Requirements
What You Bring
Seeking candidates with a proven track record in the field along with the necessary qualifications to excel in the role. The ideal applicant will possess relevant professional experience and meet the specified educational and skill requirements essential for success. Responsibilities include applying expertise to deliver high-quality results while contributing to team objectives and organizational growth.
A minimum of two years of professional experience following the completion of the National Youth Service Corps (NYC) program is required.
A solid foundation in Accounting, Finance, or a comparable discipline is required.
Proven expertise in critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical reasoning is essential. Demonstrates strong communication abilities, both written and verbal, to convey complex ideas effectively. Adept at collaborative work, fostering teamwork, and building professional relationships across diverse groups. Exhibits adaptability in dynamic environments, managing multiple priorities while maintaining high performance standards. Proficiency in relevant technical tools and software is required, along with a commitment to continuous learning and professional development. Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail are necessary to ensure accuracy and efficiency in all tasks.
Proficient in financial operations, reconciliations, and transaction review processes.
Demonstrates proficiency in loan procedures, accounting principles, and the mitigation of operational risks.
The ability to analyze situations critically and resolve issues effectively is essential, along with a strong focus on precision and accuracy.
Proficient in assessing control deficiencies and proposing strategic remediation measures to address identified gaps.
Demonstrates strong expertise in Microsoft Excel and various reporting tools, with the ability to efficiently analyze, manipulate, and present data.
Excellent interpersonal abilities and adeptness in managing relationships with stakeholders are essential.
Demonstrates strong self-motivation and accountability in executing remediation tasks without direct oversight.
Proficiency in regulatory requirements and compliance standards pertinent to the financial services sector is essential.
If this position aligns with your professional aspirations, it may be the perfect opportunity for you. You will find this role particularly suitable if you meet the specified qualifications and are eager to take on the associated duties. The ideal candidate for this position will possess the required skills and experience, enabling them to perform the job responsibilities effectively. Additionally, those who thrive in dynamic environments and are committed to achieving excellence in their work will likely find this role highly rewarding.
You take satisfaction in meticulously examining transactions and pinpointing areas where control measures are deficient.
You possess a meticulous attention to detail, enabling you to identify discrepancies with efficiency and precision.
You possess strong analytical skills and take satisfaction in exploring problems to identify their underlying causes.
You consistently take initiative to enhance remediation efforts and refine processes to achieve continuous improvement.
You possess the ability to operate autonomously while fostering productive partnerships with stakeholders throughout the organization.
If this role does not align with your career aspirations or personal preferences, consider exploring other opportunities, as it may not suit your interests.
Highly repetitive tasks with minimal analytical demands are preferred.
You find it challenging to ensure issues are pursued diligently until they are fully resolved.
You lack the capacity to handle extensive financial and operational data sets with ease.
You consistently face challenges in upholding compliance obligations and maintaining robust internal control systems.
Qualifications
BA/BSc/HND
Experience Required
2 years
