About this role

Ascentech Services Ltd acts as a gateway to provide a wide range of recruitment and selection services to companies. We are a dedicated team of professional consultants offering top-of-the-line executive recruitment and selection services. We cater for the needs of a range of professionals seeking employment and work together to create effective solutions using our networks and strong client base.
Internal Control Officer
Job Type Full Time
Qualification BA/BSc/HND
Experience 10 years
Location Lagos
Job Field Risk Management and Compliance

We are seeking an experienced Internal Control Officer to supervise daily control activities, support internal and external audits, develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), maintain the internal control framework, and identify financial and operational risks across the business.

Supervise daily verification and reconciliation of Raw Materials (RM), Packaging Materials (PM), and Finished Goods (FG) stock.
Develop, update, and maintain the internal control framework across all business units.
Develop and revise company policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Conduct risk assessments to identify financial and operational weaknesses.
Test daily processes to ensure financial and operational controls are effective.
Identify control gaps, document errors, and track issues through to resolution.
Support internal and external audit activities.
Report significant control breaches, fraud, and financial discrepancies to management.

Bachelor’s Degree/HND in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
Minimum of 10 years’ proven experience in Internal Control, Audit, or a similar role.
Must have strong experience in risk assessment, process improvement, and internal controls.
Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Excel is required.
Strong analytical, documentation, policy-writing, and communication skills.
High level of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail.
Relevant professional certifications such as ICAN, ACCA, or CIA are an advantage.
Fresh graduates are not eligible for this position.

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Internal Control Officer