Financial Control Officer at Eta-Zuma Group W/A Limited

Job Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate risks within the company's operations.
• Develop and implement risk management strategies and frameworks.
• Conduct risk assessments and recommend mitigation measures.
• Design and implement effective internal control systems.
• Review and update existing control policies and procedures.
• Ensure controls are in place to prevent and detect errors, fraud, and inefficiencies.
• Monitor and verify the accuracy and completeness of financial records by performing:
• Monthly Review of Management Accounts.
• Monthly Review of Bank Reconciliations.
• Review of Reconciliation of Bank-Ledger-SAP Balances
• Post-Payment Review of all Payments (Call-Over)
• Review of all Payables before payment.
• Review of Payroll before Payment.
• Ensure proper documentation and authorization of financial transactions.
• Evaluate operational processes to identify areas for improvement.
• Recommend and implement process enhancements to increase efficiency.
• Monitor key performance indicators and track progress against targets.
• Provide inputs to Internal Auditors on financial and operational processes.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare detailed reports on internal control evaluations and findings.
• Any other deliverables that might be assigned by your Line Manager or HOD.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• Professional certification in Accounting, such as ICAN or ACCA will be an added advantage
• Strong knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures, including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Minimum of 5 years job experience in same or similar role