Internal Control Officer at Sage-Grey Finance Limited

Sage Grey Finance Limited (“Sage Grey Finance” or “the Company”) is a regulated financial institution incorporated in Nigeria. We are licensed and regulated by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and are integrated into the Nigerian Interbank Settlement System (NIBSS). We are members of the Finance Houses Association of Nigeria (FHAN). We offer Lending Services (Project Finance, Asset Finance, Corporate finance, Consumer Loan, etc.), Fund Management Services, Advisory Services and other services as authorized by the Central Bank of Nigeria.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Internal Control Officer

Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• The Internal Control Officer is responsible for ensuring that the company’s internal control systems are effective, efficient, and compliant with applicable laws, regulations, and policies.
• This role involves assessing risks, monitoring compliance, and improving internal control processes to safeguard the organization's assets and integrity.

Responsibilities
Internal Control System Implementation:

• Develop, review, and implement internal control policies and procedures.
• Ensure that internal controls align with best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in the design and implementation of risk management frameworks.

Audit and Investigation Support:

• Development of Audit Plan and Program for the company and its related entities;

• Coordinate and support internal and external audit processes.
• Investigate cases of fraud, mismanagement, and non-compliance.
• Recommend improvements based on audit findings.

Training and Capacity Building:

• Conduct training sessions on internal control policies and procedures.
• Promote awareness and understanding of compliance requirements.
• Provide guidance to staff on best practices in internal controls.

Risk Assessment and Mitigation:

• Conduct periodic risk assessments to identify weaknesses and vulnerabilities.
• Develop strategies to mitigate identified risks.
• Ensure corrective actions are implemented and monitored.

Compliance and Regulatory Adherence:

• Monitor compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
• Ensure that all business processes adhere to relevant financial and operational controls.
• Stay updated with regulatory changes and advise management accordingly.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of internal control frameworks, risk management, and compliance.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• 2 - 3 years of experience in internal control, audit, or risk management in the financial services sector.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail

Application Deadline 15th February, 2025.