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The Head, Audit & Compliance is responsible for providing strategic leadership and oversight of the Internal Audit and Compliance functions across C&I Leasing Plc and its subsidiaries.
The role ensures robust internal controls, regulatory adherence, risk management, process integrity, and independent assurance to senior management and the Board.
The position drives a strong governance culture and ensures that company operations comply with all internal policies, contractual obligations, and regulatory standards.
Responsibilities
Internal Audit Leadership:
Develop and implement a comprehensive annual audit plan covering operational, financial, compliance, marine, and IT activities.
Lead and supervise end-to-end internal audit engagements, ensuring quality, accuracy, and timely reporting.
Assess internal control systems and recommend enhancements to strengthen risk management and operational efficiency.
Provide independent assurance reports to Management and the Board Audit & Compliance Committee.
Compliance Management:
Oversee compliance with industry regulations, labour laws, marine and logistics regulations, tax laws (non-tax advisory), NCDMB policies, contract obligations, and internal policies.
Develop, update, and enforce company-wide compliance frameworks, policies, and procedures.
Conduct periodic compliance audits, monitoring, and reporting to ensure organisational adherence.
Stay updated on regulatory changes and communicate impacts or required modifications to management.
Risk Management & Governance:
Identify potential operational, financial, regulatory, and reputational risks across the group.
Work with key stakeholders to develop and implement effective risk mitigation strategies.
Promote strong corporate governance practices in line with best-in-class standards.
Support strategic initiatives by identifying risks and advising leadership on control implications.
Reporting & Advisory:
Prepare audit findings, compliance reports, and dashboards for executive management and the Board.
Offer professional advisory on governance, internal controls, compliance risks, and process improvement.
Monitor the implementation of audit and compliance recommendations to ensure timely closure.
Process Improvement & Controls Optimization:
Strengthen organisational discipline, control consciousness, and ethical behaviour.
Lead initiatives to improve operational workflows, documentation, accountability, and transparency.
Enhance policy frameworks and ensure standard operating procedures (SOPs) are adopted across departments.
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
Master’s Degree is an added advantage.
Minimum 8–10 years relevant experience, including leadership experience in audit, compliance, or risk management.
Professional certifications required: ICAN, ACCA, CIA, CISA, CRISC, or other relevant certifications.
Experience in marine, leasing, outsourcing, logistics, or service-driven industries is highly desirable.
Key Competencies:
Strong understanding of internal audit methodologies and compliance frameworks.
Excellent knowledge of Nigerian regulatory bodies and requirements (FRC, SEC, NSE, CBN where applicable, NPA, NMRC, NSC, Labour laws, and NCDMB).
High analytical and investigative skills.
Strong leadership and team management ability.
Excellent communication, documentation, and reporting skills.
High ethical standards, independence, and professional integrity.
Strong business acumen and attention to detail.