Internal Control Officer – Lagos

About the role

The Internal Control Officer will join Unified Payment Services Limited in Lagos to evaluate, strengthen and monitor internal control frameworks across finance and operations. This full‑time, on‑site position supports the company’s commitment to regulatory compliance and operational excellence.

Key responsibilities

• Perform control testing, identify gaps and recommend corrective actions.
• Support internal audits, prepare detailed reports and document findings.
• Collaborate with finance, operations and compliance teams to implement risk‑mitigation measures.
• Monitor key control indicators and participate in process‑improvement initiatives.
• Assist in training programmes to raise control awareness across the organisation.

Required profile

• Strong analytical ability with a solid understanding of finance and payment‑related processes.
• Experience designing, evaluating and monitoring internal control frameworks.
• Auditing experience, including conducting reviews and documenting remediation plans.
• Effective communication skills for reporting and cross‑functional collaboration.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics or related field; professional certifications (CIA, CISA, ACCA, CPA) are a plus.

Required skills

• Internal Controls design, evaluation and monitoring.
• Auditing and documentation of control findings.