Job Title: Internal Control Officer

Job Title: Internal Control Officer
Location: Abuja
Industry: FMCG (Bakery Operations)
Job Type: Full-time, Onsite
Salary: NGN 150,000 – NGN 200,000 Net

Job Overview
We are seeking a meticulous and objective Internal Auditor to monitor and evaluate internal controls, ensure
accuracy in financial processes, and enforce compliance with operational standards. The Internal Control Officer will
serve as a watchdog for business integrity, process effectiveness, and risk mitigation.
Key Responsibilities

Operational Audits

• Conduct internal audits on procurement, production, sales, inventory, payroll, and cash handling.
• Evaluate efficiency of operations and identify opportunities for cost savings.

Financial Controls & Risk Analysis

• Verify accuracy of financial statements and general ledger entries.
• Conduct risk assessments and fraud investigations.
• Ensure segregation of duties and implement internal checks.

Inventory & Production Audits

• Conduct routine spot-checks on inventory levels (raw, WIP, finished goods).
• Match inventory records with sales and production logs.
• Monitor bakery yield metrics and ingredient usage.

Process & Policy Audits

• Review SOPs across all departments and identify compliance gaps.
• Recommend improvements to enhance control and efficiency.
• Conduct training and sensitization sessions for factory staff.

Regulatory & Tax Compliance Review

• Validate statutory filings and tax payments.
• Check compliance with local labor laws, food safety regulations, and corporate governance codes.

Reporting

• Submit timely, objective, and actionable audit reports with clear risk indicators.
• Track and follow up on audit recommendations to ensure full implementation.

Process Development

• Establish audit documentation standards and reporting templates.
• Build risk management frameworks and internal control matrices.
  Requirements
• B.Sc/HND in Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of audit or internal control experience, preferably in FMCG/production.
• Professional qualification (ICAN, ACCA, CIA) is highly desirable.
• Strong attention to details.
• Sound knowledge of audit principles, internal controls, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong ethics, confidentiality, and analytical skills.
  How to Apply
  If you are excited about this role, kindly share your CV and Cover Letter to careers@elizabethmaddeux.com with the
  Subject line “Internal Control Officer-FMCG”