Job Summary

• The Financial Control Officer is responsible for overseeing the financial controls of the organization to ensure accuracy, integrity, and compliance with regulatory requirements
• . This role involves developing and implementing financial control policies, monitoring financial transactions, and providing insights to enhance financial performance and mitigate risks.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate risks within the company’s operations.
• Develop and implement risk management strategies and frameworks.
• Conduct risk assessments and recommend mitigation measures.
• Design and implement effective internal control systems.
• Review and update existing control policies and procedures.
• Ensure controls are in place to prevent and detect errors, fraud, and inefficiencies.

Monitor and verify the accuracy and completeness of financial records by performing:

• Monthly Review of Management Accounts.
• Monthly Review of Bank Reconciliations.
• Review of Reconciliation of Bank-Ledger-SAP Balances
• Post-Payment Review of all Payments (Call-Over)
• Review of all Payables before payment.
• Review of Payroll before Payment.
• Ensure proper documentation and authorization of financial transactions.
• Evaluate operational processes to identify areas for improvement.
• Recommend and implement process enhancements to increase efficiency.
• Monitor key performance indicators and track progress against targets.
• Provide Inputs to Internal Auditors on financial and operational processes.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory
• Prepare detailed reports on internal control evaluations and findings.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or HND in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field.
• Professional certification (ICAN, ACCA) or in progress is an added advantage.
• 2 – 4 years relevant experience in financial control, accounting, or audit.
• Experience in corporate finance, internal control, or financial reporting preferred.
• Knowledge of accounting systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks, SAGE, or similar).