Audit and Compliance Manager

Job Description : AUDIT AND COMPLIANCE MANAGER NIGERIA JOB OBJECTIVE: To provide an independent, objective assurance information designed to add value and improve client’s operations. The Audit Compliance’s deliverables will help the organisation accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes. The Audit Compliance will serve as a role model for compliant behavior, consistent with the mission, vision, and values of the organisation. MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES Operational Responsibilities: Develop, initiate, maintain, and revise policies and procedures for the general operation· of compliance and its related activities to prevent illegal, unethical, or improper conduct. Manage operational process by following production, productivity, quality, and· customer-service standards; resolving operational problems and identifying work process improvements. Be responsible for planning, designing, implementing, and maintaining compliance and· audit programs, policies, and procedures that promote a corporate culture that fosters ethical and compliant behaviour and provides the basis for ensuring adequate internal controls and compliance with all laws and regulatory requirements applicable to departments and branches. Provide effective leadership, advice, and counsel to the Board and senior management· with information, appraisals, recommendations, and counsel regarding the activities examined and other significant issues. Control the full audit cycle including risk management and process management over· operations’ effectiveness, financial reliability and compliance with all applicable directives and regulations and sound business practices. Assist the MR on ISO 9001 project establishment and implementation. Prepare and present informative audit report to effectively communicate the findings and· recommendations to the branch/department and senior management. Verify assets and liabilities by comparing items to documentation and recommend proper· safeguards. Investigate reported occurrences of fraud, embezzlement, theft, waste, etc.· Coordinate vendor registration and ensure vendor performance are evaluated periodically.· Sign off all Service Level Agreement (SLAs)/Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) of all· new businesses while ensuring that all existing Contractors maintain SOPs and SLAs; also ensure emerging issues with regards to SLAs/SOPs are considered and acted upon in a timely and professional manner. Other tasks may be assigned by Senior Management from time to time.· Strategic Responsibilities: Promotion of a number of HSE training initiatives· Coordinate documentation and support towards maintaining the organisation ISO· certification JOB REQUIREMENTS Bachelor of Science in a related field· A minimum of 10 years’ experience as a Compliance Officer, Compliance Manager, or similar· position. Strong knowledge of industry processes and regulations.· Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities.· An analytical mindset with excellent organizational skills.· Candidate must be flexible (travelling)· Exposure to ISO QMS process and standards.· Ability to use Microsoft Visio·

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