SENIOR INTERNAL AUDIT AND COMPLIANCE OFFICER AT O’SPACES NIGERIA LIMITED | SENIOR INTERNAL AUDIT & COMPLIANCE OFFICER JOBS IN LAGOS

About Company:

O’Spaces Nigeria Limited is a building construction company that has since inception in 1991 delivered numerous public, industrial, commercial, and residential projects, meeting the needs of our clients.

We handle all phases of building construction from renovations to new construction, and are committed to excellent quality construction and timely delivery of projects within budget.

Job Description:

We are seeking a high-precision Senior Internal Audit & Compliance Officer to serve as the primary guardian of our financial integrity and operational excellence. In this role, you will go beyond traditional "checking"; you will be a strategic partner to management, architecting robust control environments and safeguarding our assets through rigorous auditing and risk assessment.

If you are a detail-obsessed professional with a "zero-leakage" mindset, capable of conducting site-wide spot checks and investigating complex financial discrepancies while maintaining a collaborative relationship with stakeholders, we want you to lead our compliance efforts.

Requirements:

1. Internal Audit Execution & Financial Integrity

• Comprehensive Auditing: Plan and execute risk-based internal audits to assess the adequacy of controls and the accuracy of financial records.

• Forensic Analysis: Review financial statements, payroll, and accounting records to identify irregularities, discrepancies, or potential fraud.

• Inventory & Site Governance: Conduct rigorous reviews of inventory reports and carry out unannounced spot-checks across various sites to verify physical assets against documentation.

2. Risk Management & Control Architecture

• System Design: Assess existing internal control systems and design new, effective procedures to mitigate risks and prevent fraudulent activities.

• Manual Governance: Develop and maintain internal control manuals and guidelines, ensuring they remain updated with evolving accounting standards and regulations.

• Mitigation Strategy: Identify areas of potential risk and recommend specific control measures to safeguard company assets.

3. Compliance & Investigative Reporting

• Regulatory Stewardship: Ensure 100% compliance with applicable laws, accounting standards, and internal organizational policies.

• Investigation & Remediation: Lead investigations into suspected non-compliance or fraudulent activities, providing management with clear reports and corrective action plans.

• Strategic Reporting: Deliver high-quality weekly and monthly internal audit reports to management, highlighting trends and recommended process improvements.

Qualifications and Skills:

Professional Profile

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

• Certification: Professional certifications (e.g., ICAN, ACCA, CIA, or CISA) are highly advantageous.

• Experience: Proven experience as an Internal Audit and Compliance Officer, preferably in a multi-site operational environment.

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in audit and accounting software (ERP systems) and the Microsoft Office Suite (Advanced Excel is essential).

Core Competencies

• Analytical Precision: A keen eye for detail and the ability to spot patterns in complex data.

• Investigative Independence: The ability to work independently, maintain objectivity, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Communication & Influence: Strong interpersonal skills to interact with stakeholders at all levels and drive the implementation of recommended improvements.

Salary

Application Closing Date: Not specified

Application Instructions:

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: hradmin@ospacesltd.com using the Job Position as the subject of the email.