Senior Internal Control Officer

About this role

The role is for a Senior Internal Control Officer at Reliable Steel & Plastic Industries Ltd, based in Anambra. The company describes itself as a manufacturer that uses in-house production to deliver plastic products and quality service. The position focuses on developing, implementing and overseeing internal control systems across multiple departments, with emphasis on audits, inventory and loss prevention. It targets candidates with experience in internal control, internal audit, risk management or related fields, preferably with manufacturing experience. The advert notes a hands-on approach to identifying operational risks, enforcing accountability and reducing losses in a manufacturing setting.

What you would do

• Develop, implement and monitor internal control systems across departments such as production, stores, warehouse, procurement and sales.
• Conduct routine and periodic internal control reviews, operational audits and compliance checks.
• Monitor inventory metrics including raw materials, production output, scrap and finished goods to identify variances and potential losses.
• Reconcile physical inventory with stock records and related documents.
• Identify control weaknesses and irregular transactions; recommend corrective measures.
• Investigate stock discrepancies, wastage and unauthorised transactions.
• Review production, inventory, procurement and sales documents for accuracy and compliance with procedures.
• Monitor adherence to policies, SOPs and approval limits.
• Prepare clear, evidence-based internal control reports with findings and recommendations.
• Follow up on audit findings to verify corrective actions have been implemented.

What they are asking for

• B.Sc. or HND in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration or related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years in internal control, internal audit, risk management or closely related function.
• Manufacturing experience preferred; plastic manufacturing background advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of inventory control, stock reconciliation, production monitoring and loss prevention.
• Proven ability to identify control weaknesses, investigate discrepancies and recommend corrective actions.
• Strong analytical, numerical, investigative and report-writing skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ability to analyse records and prepare management reports.
• High integrity and ability to work independently across departments.
• Relevant professional certifications such as ICAN, ACCA, CIA or CISA are advantageous.

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