INTERNAL CONTROL OFFICER AT FOOD CONCEPTS PLC | RISK MANAGEMENT & COMPLIANCE JOBS IN LAGOS

About Company:

Food Concepts began operations in 2001 with a clear mission: to transform the food industry in West Africa by delivering exceptional value and satisfaction to all stakeholders.

Since its launch in 2004, Chicken Republic, a subsidiary of Food Concepts, has rapidly expanded to 55 outlets across Nigeria and Ghana. This growth has earned Chicken Republic the distinction of being the fastest-growing chicken quick-service restaurant (QSR) brand in West Africa and the number one chicken QSR in Nigeria—both in revenue and outlet count. The brand’s excellence was further recognized when it ranked among Nigeria’s top 20 brands across all sectors at the 2009 Financial Standards Awards.

Job Description:

• Maintain and update internal control documentation to ensure accuracy and relevance.

• Enforce compliance with organizational policies, processes, and procedures across all relevant operations.

• Verify and maintain internal control checks and asset tagging to safeguard company property.

• Monitor and track cash advances, ensuring timely retirement and avoiding unnecessary delays.

• Create and maintain error logs and closed registers to ensure all documentation errors are corrected promptly.

• Supervise goods receipt from suppliers and certify Goods Received Notes (GRNs).

• Review administrative operations including administration and maintenance activities.

• Ensure vouchers and financial documents are properly authenticated and corrections are applied.

• Review prepaid expense retirements for accuracy.

• Audit imprest funds and coordinate with stores to investigate irregularities.

• Conduct monthly physical verification of stock and assets.

• Vouch and verify all payment vouchers to confirm approval, completeness, and accuracy.

• Oversee SCD-Finance handover and finance posting within SAP.

• Conduct due diligence and pricing reviews for compliance and accuracy.

• Update and close internal control registers daily.

• Perform other ad hoc assignments as directed by the Head of Department (HOD).

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Minimize the time lag between the occurrence and reporting of internal control deficiencies.

• Increase the number of internal control improvement initiatives implemented.

• Reduce the number of internal control breaches.

• Proactively identify and respond to business priorities and key controls.

• Deliver timely reports on a weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual basis tracking business support and impact.

• Ensure prompt corrective actions in collaboration with employees and managers.

Requirements:

Educational & Professional Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• Membership or certification in professional bodies such as ICAN, CITN, ACCA, CIS, or other relevant qualifications is a plus.

Experience Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar internal control, audit, or finance role.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Strong expertise in financial accounting principles and practices.

• In-depth knowledge of audit procedures and compliance standards.

Salary

Application Closing Date: Not specified

Application Instructions:

Click the button below to apply