Internal Control & Compliance Officer

Internal Control & Compliance Officer

Location: Abuja

Job type: Full-time (Onsite)

Job Summary

• The Internal Control & Compliance Officer is responsible for designing, implementing, and monitoring internal control frameworks, policies, and compliance programs across Mshel Homes Limited’s operations.
• The role ensures that business processes adhere to applicable laws, regulations, internal policies, and industry best practices, while proactively identifying risks and recommending corrective actions.
• The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and possesses a strong understanding of control systems, risk management, and regulatory compliance within the real estate and property development sector.

Key Responsibilities

Internal Control Management:

• Develop, implement, and continuously review the company’s internal control policies, procedures, and frameworks.
• Conduct regular reviews and testing of internal controls across all departments to assess adequacy and effectiveness.
• Identify control gaps, weaknesses, and process inefficiencies and escalate findings with recommended remediation plans.
• Ensure controls are properly documented, communicated, and consistently applied across all business units.
• Support management in maintaining a robust control environment that safeguards company assets and ensures data integrity.

Compliance Monitoring & Regulatory Affairs:

• Monitor the company’s adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards including CAC, FIRS, EFCC, and relevant real estate regulations.
• Maintain an updated compliance calendar and ensure timely filing of statutory returns, renewals, and regulatory submissions.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies, external auditors, and government agencies on compliance-related matters.
• Conduct periodic compliance assessments and gap analyses to identify areas of regulatory exposure.
• Keep management informed of emerging regulatory changes and their potential impact on company operations.

Risk Assessment & Management:

• Assist in the development and implementation of the company’s enterprise risk management (ERM) framework.
• Conduct risk assessments across operational, financial, legal, and reputational dimensions of the business.
• Maintain a company-wide risk register and ensure timely escalation of high-risk items to management.
• Work cross-functionally with department heads to embed risk awareness and mitigation into day-to-day operations.
• Monitor the implementation and effectiveness of agreed risk mitigation measures.

Audit Support & Investigation:

• Coordinate and support internal and external audit exercises, including provision of documentation and audit evidence.
• Follow up on audit findings and recommendations to ensure timely and appropriate resolution by relevant departments.
• Conduct investigations into reported cases of fraud, policy violations, irregularities, or ethical breaches.
• Prepare investigation reports with detailed findings, root causes, and recommended disciplinary or corrective actions.
• Maintain confidentiality and objectivity in all internal review and investigation activities.

Policy Development & Training:

• Develop, review, and update company policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and compliance manuals.
• Design and facilitate staff training and awareness programs on internal controls, ethics, anti-fraud measures, and compliance obligations.
• Champion a culture of compliance, accountability, and ethical conduct across the organization.
• Maintain a policy repository and ensure all staff have access to current and approved versions.

Documentation & Reporting:

• Prepare comprehensive internal control and compliance reports for management and the Board as required.
• Document all control reviews, compliance checks, risk assessments, and findings in an organized and retrievable manner.
• Track and report on key compliance metrics, control testing outcomes, and risk indicators on a periodic basis.
• Support due diligence processes by providing accurate and complete compliance documentation.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Percentage of internal control reviews completed on schedule.
• Number and severity of control gaps identified and remediated within agreed timelines.
• Compliance rate with statutory filings, regulatory submissions, and renewal deadlines.
• Resolution rate and turnaround time on audit findings and investigation recommendations.
• Staff compliance awareness levels as measured by training participation and assessments.
• Quality, completeness, and timeliness of internal control and compliance reports.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Law, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Must have 3–5 years of experience in internal control, compliance, audit, or risk management.
• Professional certification such as ACA, ACCA, CIA, CISA, or CFE is strongly preferred.
• Prior experience in the real estate, construction, financial services, or professional services sector is an advantage.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Nigerian regulatory frameworks, tax obligations, and corporate governance standards.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong analytical, investigative, and critical thinking skills.
• In-depth knowledge of internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO) and risk management methodologies.
• Excellent understanding of Nigerian regulatory and compliance landscape.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present findings clearly to management.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and audit/compliance management tools.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet tight deadlines.
• Sound judgment, objectivity, and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

Personal Attributes:

• Unquestionable integrity and high ethical standards.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and results-driven mindset.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and influence at all levels of the organization.
• Resilient and objective — able to deliver difficult findings professionally and constructively.
• Collaborative team player with a commitment to continuous improvement.

Salary Range

N200,000 - N300,000 / Month.

Application Closing Date

Not Specified.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: recruitment@mshelhomes.com using the Position as the subject of the email.