Internal Control Officer at Nuggets Microfinance Bank

Nuggets Microfinance Bank is a wholly indigenous financial institution led by accomplished corporate executives and experienced entrepreneurs from various sectors of the economy. The bank has assembled seasoned professionals with strong industry track records and continues to implement strategic initiatives across its culture, operations, financial performance, and corporate governance to achieve long-term sustainability and profitability objectives.

Nuggets Microfinance Bank is seeking a detail-oriented and ethical Internal Control Officer to strengthen and monitor its internal control systems. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring compliance with company policies, operational procedures, and regulatory standards while supporting the protection of the institution’s assets and operational integrity.

• Review and evaluate internal processes, procedures, and documentation to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct routine field visits to branches to verify operational activities and financial records.
• Identify process gaps, internal control weaknesses, and compliance issues, and recommend corrective measures.
• Ensure proper documentation, authorization, and record-keeping for all financial and operational transactions.
• Investigate reported fraud cases, irregularities, and operational lapses, and prepare detailed reports.
• Monitor loan disbursements, repayments, and reconciliations to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Provide staff training and guidance on internal control policies and compliance procedures.
• Prepare periodic internal control reports for management review.

• Bachelor’s Degree / HND in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 1–3 years of experience in internal control, audit, or compliance within a microfinance bank, commercial bank, or financial institution.
• Strong understanding of microfinance operations, regulatory guidelines, and risk management principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Excellent analytical, investigative, and report-writing skills.
• High ethical standards, integrity, and attention to detail.

Key Competencies:

• Internal audit and control processes
• Fraud detection and prevention
• Regulatory compliance
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Communication and training skills

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.