Internal Control Manager

Job Location: Lagos Employment Type: Full Time Role Objectives To help us reach our ambitious growth goals, MDaaS is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Internal Control Manager to join the Finance & Accounting team at our company headquarters in Lagos. In this role, the Internal Control Manager will be responsible for creating and implementing controls where necessary across the company. Role Responsibilities The Internal Control Manager will report directly to the management their responsibilities will include (but not be limited to) the following: Report periodically to the Managing Director and Board, on the internal control and audit activity’s purpose, authority, responsibility, and performance relative to its plan. Design and prepare Annual Audit Plan (AAP) by applying a risk-based approach to ensure the organization complies with internal regulations and policies and established protocols. Develop and maintain the internal control and audit procedures to ensure that best practice is taken into account and that the established controls audits address specific areas of risk management. Liaise with internal advisors and examine documentation, including reports, statements, records, and memos to gather information. Protect the confidentiality of records and information gained as part of exercising professional duties and use discretion in sharing such information within legal confines. Strengthen the company’s Internal Control mechanism through in-depth recommendations. Assess the suitability of current internal controls, making suggestions for improvements where needed. Prepare reports of audit findings and make recommendations to the Board of Directors and Management. Analyze audit results for adequate and effective “corrective actions” for management to improve. Supervise fraud investigations involving customer accounts and recovery of fraud. Develop controls to ensure the safeguarding of asset and their effective utilization. Prepare and supervise audit mission, working paper formulations, report writing, and anomalies/risk identification. Any other duties and responsibilities that may be required to meet the objectives of MDaaS Nigeria. Qualifications Candidates should possess a B.Sc / HND in Accounts and Finance-related roles. Minimum of 5 years of cognate experience in Internal Control. Experience in the Health sector is a plus. Chartered membership of a relevant professional association. Ability to work under pressure, independently, and with limited supervision flexibility. Ability to work in a dynamic environment and to multitask to meet deadlines. Proficiency in Microsoft Office package, especially Excel and Word. Strong communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills. Demonstrates ability to identify, prevent, and solve problems. Promotes teamwork, contributes towards building team consensus, and acts as a team player. Consistently approach work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.