Head, Internal Control and Audit (Financial Services)
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Job Summary
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 companys 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 firms 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 Masters 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 registrars 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
Required Skills:
Minimum of a first degree in Accounting Finance Economics or Business Administration with relevant Professional qualification in e.g. ACCA ACA ICAN CIA. A Masters Degree in any of the above fields is an added advantage Experience At least 8 years in a similar role in the financial industry At least 7-10 Years relevant experience in a registrars 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
Required Education:
Minimum of a first degree in Accounting Finance Economics or Business Administration with relevantProfessional qualification in e.g. ACCA ACA ICAN CIA.A Masters Degree in any of the above fields is an added advantage
