Mutual Benefits Assurance Plc. (MUTUAL) Head, Internal Control Jobs in Nigeria

Mutual Benefits Assurance Plc. (MUTUAL) Head, Internal Control Jobs in Nigeria


Job Description

  • Design, revise or update appropriate internal control, audit & compliance strategy and framework for the bank.

  • Ensure proper documentation, recording and tagging of the company’s fixed assets.

  • Liaise with external auditors

  • Makes financial control-related recommendations on specific major projects or plans.

  • Ensure that credit facilities to any customers or group of customers are in line with the regulatory guidelines; clearly defined internal policies and debt service capability.

  • Monitoring of conditions subsequent to draw down for timely detection of documentation deficiencies.

  • Ensure that all credits have been approved in accordance with the credit policy.

  • Ensure that all pre-disbursement conditions have been met.

  • Ensure that all collateral documents are properly kept and perfection carried out.

  • Review approved credit for quality, performance and compliance with approved terms & condition in the credit policy.

  • Ensure all credit are approved in accordance with the credit policy and any regulatory guidelines. prompt escalation of any deficiencies noted

  • Carry out spot checks on loan customers to verify due diligence done prior to draw down
    Identify all non performing accounts and pursue workout strategies in collaboration with loan officers

  • Ensure that limits are monitored.

  • Ensure that income, fees, maturing repayment & other charges are captured.

  • Detection and escalation of un-authorized credit.

  • Implementation of policy driven credit related sanctions.

  • Preparation of exception report as required.

  • Custody and maintenance of credit files.

  • Ensure that a review of the portfolio is carried out on a quarterly basis

  • Ensure that appropriate recommendations are implemented such that the desired level of credit quality and performance are attained and sustained.

  • Take necessary measure to ensure adequate quality assurance in operation i.e. call over.

  • General ledger proofing/ reconciliation, integrity test, departmental control etc.

  • Ensure proper verification of expenses before processing and disbursement of funds.

  • Track bank deposits and payments

  • Ensure compliance on report rendition to regulatory bodies.

  • Ensure compliance to the bank rules, policies, and regulations.

  • Review of the statutory returns to regulatory authorities and government agencies to ensure accuracy and timely rendition.

  • Customers’ visitation for random deposit verification.

  • Review the accuracy and reliability of financial transaction records – cash deposits, cash withdrawals, treasury bills investments, fixed deposits, and funds transfer.

  • Involve in the thorough review of the bank’s accounting software, applications, digital platform and authorizations or permissions for efficiency.

  • Reviewed customers’ account opening documents for compliance with Know Your Customer (“KYC”) policy and anti-money laundering requirements.

  • Ensure compliance with the bank’s policies and conduct daily, weekly and monthly General Ledger (GL) review for reconciliation.

  • Conduct sweep exercise and spot check on
    tellers and account officers.

  • Schedules and plans audits; initiates project planning, assess risk and develops audit direction.

  • Performs preliminary planning and establishes direction for audits, provides leadership to assigned auditors, manage project to quality outcomes, while meeting established time budget.

  • Carry out spot checks on operational activities at branch, area and regional levels and take action on infractions or non-compliance issues.

  • Conduct periodic checks on payroll.

  • Ensure that prompt investigation of frauds, forgeries, breach of policies and procedures and serious customer complaints are conducted and ensure necessary action is taken on the outcome.

  • Make recommendation for policy amendments based on emerging issues in audit and internal control.

  • Takes responsibility for the training, coaching and mentoring of subordinates

  • Perform other duties and responsibilities, as may be assigned by the Managing Director or by the Board.

    Qualifications

  • A good Bachelor's degree/HND in Accountancy, plus Relevant professional qualification such as ICAN, CIBN, etc. MBA or M.Sc. will be added advantage.

  • Minimum of 7 - 10 years relevant experience in a reputable firm preferably in the Financial Services Industry, Experience in a microfinance bank setting in related role is an added advantage.

  • Experience in reporting to a Board/Board Committee.

    Skills & Knowledge

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other
    Microsoft office programmes

  • Knowledge of relevant accounting packages

  • Knowledge of best practices in internal control and audit

  • Knowledge of existing regulatory framework

  • Excellent reporting skills

  • Strategic thinking

  • Managerial and leadership skills

  • Firmness

  • Good oral and written communication skills

  • Integrity

  • Flair for details

  • Team-building skills

  • Skill in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures.

    How to Apply

    For more information and job application details, see; Mutual Benefits Assurance Plc. (MUTUAL) Head, Internal Control Jobs in Nigeria

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