Risk & Internal Control Officer

Company Description Tova HR Advisory is a people-focused consulting firm dedicated to helping organizations build strong, sustainable teams. The company partners with growing businesses to attract, develop, and retain talent through strategic HR advisory services and executive recruitment. Tova HR Advisory designs practical, tailored people solutions that support long-term business performance and growth. Team members collaborate with diverse clients and gain exposure to modern HR and organizational best practices, making it a dynamic environment for professionals who value impact and innovation.

Role Description The Risk & Internal Control Officer is a full-time, on-site role based in Abuja. This role is responsible for identifying, assessing, and monitoring operational and financial risks across the organization, and for designing and implementing effective internal control frameworks. Day-to-day tasks include reviewing existing processes, performing risk assessments, conducting control testing, and documenting findings and recommendations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the organization's enterprise risk management framework.
• Conduct periodic risk assessments and maintain organizational risk registers.
• Review, evaluate, and strengthen internal controls across business operations.
• Monitor compliance with internal policies, investment mandates, and regulatory requirements.
• Identify operational risks and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate internal control reviews and support internal and external audits.
• Investigate operational incidents and recommend corrective actions.
• Prepare periodic risk and compliance reports for management.
• Support the development and review of policies, procedures, and control documentation.
• Promote a culture of risk awareness and compliance across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Risk Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in Risk Management, Internal Audit, Internal Controls, or Compliance within a regulated financial institution.
• Strong analytical skills and data analysis capabilities to assess risks, evaluate controls, and interpret performance metrics.
• Solid finance knowledge to understand financial processes, risk exposure, and the impact of controls on financial reporting.
• Expertise in internal controls, including designing, implementing, and testing control procedures across key business processes.
• Effective communication skills to present findings, write clear reports, and collaborate with cross-functional teams and leadership.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field; professional certifications (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIA, CISA, CRMA) are an advantage.
• Experience in risk management, internal audit, compliance, or internal control roles within corporate or consulting environments.
• High level of integrity, attention to detail, and ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
• Proficiency with spreadsheets and risk/control management tools; familiarity with relevant regulatory and industry standards.