Senior Internal Control Officer

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and monitor internal control systems across production, stores, warehouse, procurement, sales and other operational departments.
• Conduct routine and periodic internal control reviews, operational audits and compliance checks.
• Monitor raw material usage, production output, work-in-progress, scrap, rejects and finished goods to identify unexplained variances and potential losses.
• Reconcile physical inventory with stock records, production reports, material requisitions, goods received notes and dispatch documentation.
• Identify control weaknesses, operational loopholes, irregular transactions and potential fraud, and recommend practical corrective measures.
• Investigate stock discrepancies, material wastage, missing goods, unauthorised transactions and other suspected control breaches.
• Review production records, inventory movements, procurement transactions and sales documentation for accuracy, completeness and compliance with approved procedures.
• Monitor adherence to company policies, standard operating procedures and established approval limits.
• Prepare clear, evidence-based internal control reports detailing findings, risks, responsible process areas and recommended corrective actions.
• Follow up on audit findings and verify that corrective actions have been implemented.
• Advise Management on measures to improve cost control, operational efficiency, asset protection and accountability.
• Requirements
• B.Sc. or HND in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration or another relevant discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in internal control, internal audit, risk management or a closely related function.
• Demonstrable experience in manufacturing is strongly preferred; prior experience in the plastic manufacturing industry will be a significant advantage.
• Strong practical knowledge of inventory control, stock reconciliation, production monitoring, material usage and operational loss prevention.
• Proven ability to identify control weaknesses, investigate discrepancies and recommend effective corrective actions.
• Strong analytical, numerical, investigative and report-writing skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the ability to analyse operational records, reconcile data and prepare management reports.
• High integrity, professional judgment, attention to detail and the ability to work independently across different departments.
• Relevant professional certifications, such as ICAN, ACCA, CIA or CISA where applicable to the candidate\'s background, will be an added advantage.

What We Are Looking For

• We are looking for a hands-on internal control professional who can go beyond checking documents to identify operational risks, uncover discrepancies, enforce accountability and help prevent avoidable losses in a manufacturing environment.
• Candidates whose experience is limited to routine bookkeeping or general administrative duties, without substantial internal control, audit or risk-related responsibilities, may not be suitable for this position.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: reliablesteelplasticrecruit@gmail.com using the position as subject of email.