HEAD OF INTERNAL CONTROL

Lextorah LDS

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Lagos, ng on site Until 8/21/2026 First posted February 23, 2026 Last posted February 23, 2026
Job description

An Apex regulator of the capital market in Nigeria with a vision to becoming the leading capital market regulator in Africa and Emerging markets. The Mission is to develop and regulate a capital market that is dynamic, fair, transparent and efficient to contribute to the nation’s economic development.

Formulates, direct and co-ordinate the delivery of excellent internal audit service in alignment with the Commission’s corporate strategy and key objectives.

Evaluates and provides reasonable assurance that risk management, control, and governance systems are functioning as intended and will enable the organisation’s objectives and goals to be met.

Reviews the accuracy of finance records, promote operational efficiency and ensure adherence to policies and procedures.

Develops an internal control testing methodology and tests the existing internal controls that impacts the commission’s internal control standards policy.

Reviews and determines the adequacy of the operational system within the Commission and develops a remediation policy for addressing any identified control deficiencies.

Examine procedures in existence to ensure that resources and assets of the Commission are safeguarded.

Coordinates the verification of the Commission’s assets

First degree in Finance, Accounting and relevant professional qualifications (ACA, ANAN & ACCA). Possession of advanced degree is an advantage.

Minimum of 20 years experience in internal audit/finances.

10 years senior management experience.

Leadership and people management skills

Deep knowledge of financial processes and strong analytical and systems/ forensic audit skills.

Operational audit background and track record of managing the financial/audit function of medium to large organizations in the private or public sectors.

Strong IT skills


About this role

Summary

Lead internal audit, evaluate controls, ensure compliance, and manage financial integrity.

Job title

HEAD OF INTERNAL CONTROL

Experience level

20+ years

Industry

finance

Location requirements

Lagos, Nigeria; remote work not specified

Salary

Not specified

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

financeaccountingACAANANACCAleadershippeople managementfinancial processessystem auditforensic auditIT skills

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

internal auditrisk managementfinancial processessystem auditforensic audit
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Lagos, Nigeria

On-site City