Internal Audit & Compliance Officer at FITC

Lagos

FITC is a world-class, innovation-led, technology-driven, knowledge and professional services institute that provides cutting edge Learning, Advisory and Research Services to organizations primarily within the Financial Services Sector across Nigeria and sub-Saharan Africa.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

 

Job Title: Internal Audit & Compliance Officer

 

Location: Lagos

Employment Type: Full-time

Reporting Line: Head, Internal Audit & Compliance

 

Role Summary

 

We are seeking a highly objective and detail-oriented Internal Audit & Compliance Officer to strengthen our risk management, control, and governance processes.

The successful candidate will add value to the organisation by applying a systematic and disciplined approach to internal audit, compliance, and enterprise risk management, while ensuring financial reliability, operational effectiveness, and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

 

Perform and manage the full internal audit cycle, including operational, financial, and compliance audits.

Develop internal audit scope and contribute to the annual audit plan.

Review and evaluate accounting records, processes, data, and prior audit reports.

Prepare clear audit reports, findings memoranda, and recommendations for Management.

Act as an independent and objective advisor to Management on risk, control, and governance matters.

Identify control gaps, process weaknesses, and recommend risk mitigation and cost-saving measures.

Conduct follow-up audits to monitor implementation of management actions.

Plan, design, and implement enterprise-wide risk management processes.

Conduct risk identification, assessment, evaluation, and reporting across the organisation.

Support compliance audits and liaise with external auditors as required.

Promote risk awareness through staff education, training, and advisory support.

Maintain continuous professional development on audit standards, regulations, and best practices.

Requirements

Educational Qualification:

 

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related discipline.

Years of Experience:

 

Minimum of 4–6 years’ relevant experience in internal audit, compliance, risk management, or related roles, in a financial institution & financial service sector

Professional Certification (Required):

 

ACA, ACCA, CIA, CISA, or any other relevant professional certification.

Skills & Competencies:

 

Strong knowledge of accounting principles, audit standards, and regulatory requirements.

Sound judgement, analytical thinking, and attention to detail.

Excellent report writing, data analytics and presentation skills.

Strong understanding of risk management frameworks and compliance practices.

High level of integrity, objectivity, and professionalism.

Ability to work independently and engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

Application Closing Date

5th February, 2026.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their CV and a brief cover letter to: [email protected] using “Internal Audit & Compliance Officer” as the subject of the mail.

 

Note: The applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and onlyshortlisted candidates will be contacted.