Internal Control / Audit Manager

Sales Force Consulting - Our client, a Microfinance Bank located in Onitsha, Anambra State, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Internal Control / Audit Manager

Location: Onitsha, Anambra

Employment Type: Full-time

Interview Mode: Physical

Summary

• Due to an acquisition by investors with a vision to set up a robust MFB leveraging high-level technology for accelerated market share growth and expansion, they seek to urgently hire a highly qualified Internal Control/Auditor.

Responsibilities

• Develop annual audit programs and plans to ensure adequate controls and quality audit of the entire operational chain and processes.
• Develop and revise procedures, policies to plug loopholes, identify hidden risks or non-conformity issues in all branches.
• Evaluate the efficiency of controls and improve them continually and responsible for enforcing policies in all aspects
• Prepare and present audit reports for the management and board as appropriate which reflect results and findings regularly
• Act as an objective source of independent advice on bank operations
• Conduct follow-up audits to monitor implementation of recommendations.
• Ensure continuous knowledge development regarding company’s rules, regulations, process and procedures and best practices.
• Review the work of departments to identify compliance issues and risks then provide advice on remedial actions
• Execute monthly audit of all financial transactions in the company, reporting exceptions and remedial actions

Qualifications

• First Degree / HND in Accounting or Banking and Finance
• Professional qualification is mandatory.
• Candidate must possess a Certificate in Microfinance Banking issued by the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN).

Competency and other Requirements:

• A minimum of 12 years of work experience in internal control and audit.
• A proven record of senior management work experience in microfinance banks.
• Must be computer literate with ability to use diverse MFB operations software
• Must be passionate about the useof digital platforms for banking operations.
• Knowledge in instituting effective internal controls and audit procedures.
• Knowledge of statutory requirements and crafting SOPs.

Skill/Quality Requirements:

• Leadership skills.
• Excellent communication, organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to details.
• Use of computer and tech-savvy.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and incentive package.

Application Closing Date

9th November, 2026.