Internal Control & Fraud Officer at Nairapoint Finance Limited

Build Your Career in Fintech Risk Management at Nairapoint Finance Limited

Nairapoint Finance Limited is a dynamic, licensed digital financial technology platform dedicated to transforming the financial landscape in Nigeria. Officially launched in December 2025 at the prestigious Ikoyi Golf Club, Lagos, our platform was founded by visionary entrepreneur Mrs. Funke Otti alongside Vice Chairman Dr. Mohammed K. Santuraki. We specialize in ethical lending, high-yield investment products, and retail wealth management, with a core mission to deepen financial inclusion for individuals and micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) across the region.

As we continue to scale our operations and expand our digital footprint, we are looking for a meticulous and driven Internal Control & Fraud Officer to join our growing team in Lagos. If you possess a keen eye for detail, a passion for financial integrity, and a robust background in risk management, this is an incredible opportunity to help safeguard a cutting-edge fintech ecosystem.

Job Summary

The Internal Control & Fraud Officer will play a critical role in safeguarding company assets, mitigating operational and credit risks, monitoring financial transactions, and preventing fraudulent activities across all digital platforms. You will act as a vital line of defense, ensuring that our rapid growth is supported by a secure, compliant, and resilient operational infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform regular audits of loan portfolios, credit approvals, deposit accounts, and expense transactions to ensure absolute operational compliance.
• Monitor digital transaction logs, merchant settlement pipelines, and POS/Agency banking channels to proactively flag and investigate suspicious transactions.
• Assess internal operational workflows and recommend internal policy upgrades to prevent financial slippage, data breaches, and systemic vulnerabilities.
• Investigate internal and external fraud claims, analyze transaction anomalies, compile forensic reports, and recommend disciplinary or legal actions.
• Verify compliance with CBN regulations, NDPR rules, anti-money laundering (AML) laws, and know-your-customer (KYC) onboarding protocols.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Cybersecurity, Criminology, or a related field.
• Relevant professional certifications (e.g., CFE, ICAN, ACCA, CISA) are highly valued.
• 2–4 years of direct experience in internal control, audit, forensic accounting, or fraud management within a Fintech, Microfinance Bank, or Commercial Bank.
• Strong knowledge of digital lending risks, payment gateway vulnerabilities, mobile wallet fraud patterns, and card/POS transaction monitoring tools.
• Advanced analytical skills with proficiency in data analytics tools, SQL, Excel, or audit software to parse large financial transaction sheets.
• Uncompromising integrity, high attention to detail, objective critical thinking, and excellent investigative reporting skills.

Why Join Nairapoint Finance Limited?

At Nairapoint, we believe that our people are our greatest asset. Joining our team means becoming part of an innovative, mission-driven culture that values transparency, continuous learning, and ethical financial practices. You will have the opportunity to work alongside seasoned industry leaders and directly influence the security and growth of a platform dedicated to empowering millions.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated CVs and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience to careers@nairapointfinance.com using the job title "Internal Control & Fraud Officer" as the subject of the email.