Internal Control Officer at GZ Industries

GZ Industries, West Africa's leading aluminum can manufacturer, is at the forefront of the industry, rapidly expanding its operations across Sub-Saharan Africa. We are driven by a clear vision and a robust mission, aiming to redefine excellence in manufacturing.

About GZ Industries: Our Vision & Mission

At GZ Industries, our vision is to operate a world-class Aluminum Beverage Can Manufacturing facility. This vision is supported by our steadfast mission:

To produce high-quality Aluminum Cans.
To leverage the best technology and personnel.
To consistently meet the expectations of ALL our stakeholders.
To operate in an environmentally friendly manner.

Our commitment to quality, efficiency, and sustainability underpins everything we do, making GZ Industries a dynamic and impactful player in the manufacturing sector.

The Opportunity: Internal Control Officer

We are seeking a diligent and experienced Internal Control Officer to join our growing team. This pivotal role is essential for upholding the integrity of our operations, ensuring compliance, and safeguarding company resources as we continue our rapid expansion.

Core Responsibilities: Driving Compliance and Efficiency

As an Internal Control Officer, your primary objective will be to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies and procedures. You will play a crucial role in driving effectiveness and efficiency across the company's operational and financial processes. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

Pre-payment Audit: Conduct thorough pre-payment audits of all invoices to ensure optimal value derived from expenditures and robust safeguarding of company resources.
Irregularity Reporting: Communicate observed irregularities during pre-payment audit activities to the team lead for review and follow-up, ensuring prompt resolution.
Cash Advance & Claims Review: Scrutinize cash advances, cash claims, and retirements (via E-Form or other means) to verify adequacy of supporting documents, adherence to company policies, appropriate authorization, and reasonability of requests.
Inventory Management Review: Review and report on inventory management and consumable items, ensuring adequate supporting documentation and proper authorization.
Stock Count Monitoring: Oversee stock count exercises to guarantee comprehensive coverage and strict compliance with established stock count instructions.
Bank Reconciliation: Perform meticulous reviews of the company's bank reconciliations.
Departmental Spot Checks: Conduct periodic spot checks across all departments with custody of company resources, reporting on observations to maintain high standards of control.
Staff Account Review: Review staff accounts to ensure the prompt and accurate retirement of advances.
Ledger & Schedule Review: Conduct thorough reviews of all ledgers and schedules supporting ledger balances, reporting all observed irregularities.
Business Continuity Management (BCM): Ensure all requirements of the business continuity management system are addressed.
BCM Development & Implementation: Assist in developing, maintaining, issuing, and implementing established business continuity policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Risk Assessment: Perform business impact analyses and risk assessments, ensuring appropriate risk mitigation and control processes are in place for all key risk indicators.

Who We're Looking For: Qualifications & Experience

To succeed in this role, you should possess a strong foundation in finance and a keen eye for detail. We require:

Education: A minimum of a first degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or any related discipline.
Professional Certifications: Relevant professional certification(s) will be considered a significant advantage.
Experience: A minimum of three years of experience in Internal Control and risk management is essential.

If you are a proactive and analytical professional with a passion for ensuring financial integrity and operational excellence, we encourage you to apply. Join GZ Industries and contribute to a world-class manufacturing facility that values quality, innovation, and ethical practices.