Senior Internal Control officer

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Internal Control officer
Department: Sourcing
Reports To: Head, strategic sourcing
Location: Lekki | Lagos
Salary: 4M to 5M Annual Gross
Employment Type: Full-Time

Role Overview:
We are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented lead for Internal controls & Process Audit to ensure the effectiveness and efficiency of our internal controls, operational processes, and compliance frameworks across departments. This role is critical in identifying risks, recommending improvements, and ensuring that the internal processes (SLAs & SOPs) are adhered to and that the organization’s processes align with Global best practices.

Key Responsibilities:
• Conduct internal audits across Source-to-pay departments to ensure strict compliance with business processes and statutory regulations.
• Evaluate internal control systems for efficiency and accuracy while designing comprehensive audit programs and procedures.
• Test the effectiveness of existing controls and recommend corrective actions to mitigate identified operational risks.
• Monitor the implementation of audit recommendations and provide detailed reports to executive management and the Board.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to the MD/CEO on risk management, business planning, and continuous process improvement.
• Execute monthly market visits to validate product quality, pricing accuracy, and catalog availability for SLA adherence.
• Validate vendor handovers to the operations team to ensure seamless alignment with established organizational protocols.
• Lead internal control team members in meeting Source-to-pay KPIs while executing specialized duties assigned by management.

Key Qualifications & Competence:
• Bachelor’s degree in Audit, Business Administration, or a related field, with a strong background in risk assessment and control evaluation.
• Expertise in supply chain, procurement, or technology-enabled services, showing a deep understanding of logistics and business processes.
• Advanced analytical and investigative mindset with the ability to work independently, maintain objectivity, and ensure high professional integrity.
• Exceptional cross-functional communication and report-writing skills, capable of presenting detailed findings to diverse stakeholder groups.
• Highly detail-oriented professional with familiarity in ERP systems and data analytics tools to drive operational efficiency and compliance.

Remuneration & Benefits:
• Competitive base salary aligned with market benchmarks and industry standards.
• Performance-based annual bonus linked to both individual achievements and company milestones.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage and pension contributions in line with regulatory requirements.
• Paid annual leave and dedicated support for professional development and industry certifications.