About the Role
Westfield Consulting is seeking a dynamic and experienced Head, Internal Control & Audit to join our esteemed client in the financial services sector. In this pivotal executive leadership role, you will provide strategic direction and independent assurance over the effectiveness of risk management, internal control, and corporate governance processes. You will play a crucial role in safeguarding organizational assets, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving a culture of accountability and high ethical standards.
Key Responsibilities- Provide strategic leadership and oversight for the Internal Control and Internal Audit functions, aligning with organizational goals and regulatory expectations.
- Develop and present annual risk-based Internal Audit Plans and Internal Control review programmes to the Board Audit Committee.
- Ensure strict compliance with CBN Prudential Guidelines, BOFIA, AML/CFT/CPF requirements, IFRS/IAS, and other applicable regulatory directives.
- Oversee comprehensive audits of credit risk, loan origination, underwriting, disbursement, treasury operations, and financial reporting.
- Direct investigations into fraud, forgery, suspicious transactions, and significant control breaches while ensuring timely resolution.
- Serve as the primary liaison with regulatory bodies including the CBN, NDIC, and external auditors during examinations.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field; a Master's degree is an added advantage.
- Relevant professional certification such as ICAN, ACCA, CIA, CISA, CFE, or CRMA is strictly required.
- Minimum of seven (7) years of post-qualification experience in internal audit, internal control, or risk management, with at least three (3) years in a senior leadership capacity within a bank or financial institution.
- In-depth knowledge of Nigerian banking regulations, COSO frameworks, and enterprise risk management principles.
- Demonstrated leadership and people management skills with the ability to build and lead high-performing teams.
- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
- Comprehensive health insurance and wellness coverage.
- Opportunities for professional development and executive leadership growth.
- Dynamic and collaborative work environment with a reputable consultancy and financial network.