Audit, Risk and Compliance Governance Business Partner Job at Saro Oil Palm Limited

Saro Oil Palm Limited is a subsidiary of Saroafrica International Limited (‘Saro’) an indigenous private sector player with 3 decades of experience in Nigeria. Saro Oil Palm Limited plans to gradually develop an integrated oil palm plantations of up to 22,000 ha with complimentary industrial units of mills and refinery over the next few years.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Audit, Risk and Compliance Governance Business Partner
Job Location: Edo

Job Summary

• The Audit, Risk and Compliance Governance (ARCG) Business Partner is charged with the responsibility of increasing the operational efficiency of the Strategic Business Unit (SBU), by preventing fraud and eliminating wastages.
• He/ She manages and reports on the implementation and findings on the SBU’s risk management and compliance frameworks by planning, execution, preparation of quality Internal Audit, Compliance review & Risk management programs in the SBU.
• He/ She will coordinate the creation, review and implementation of policies and procedures established by the agencies that regulate the company.

Duties / Responsibilities
Audit:

• Conduct environmental audits to ensure adherence to environmental standards.
• Develop Internal Audit Strategic Plan for the SBU
• Monitor and test corrective actions from prior audits
• Provide support to the Company’s independent auditors
• Conduct periodic internal reviews or audits to ensure that compliance procedures are followed.

Compliance:

• Continuous monitoring of business activities to ensure compliance with company Policies, Processes, Guidelines and Governance framework
• Interacting with external auditors on matters related to audits of the organization’s internal controls
• Coordinate the preparation of regulatory reporting
• Verify that all firm and regulatory policies and procedures have been documented, implemented, and communicated
• Advise Management on the implementation or operation of compliance programs.

Risk Management:

• Execute Internal audits, Compliance review & Risk management included in the annual ARCG plan
• Assess product, compliance, or operational risks and develop risk management strategies
• Develop, enhance, and apply procedures and approach to Internal audits, Compliance review & Risk management execution in the business and seek to identify new potential gaps in the business.
• Effectively communicate findings, recommendations, resolutions & updates to Business Management & Board Committees in respect of Internal audits, Compliance review & Risk management issues.

Education and Experience

• Minimum of a Second Class Upper in Accounting, Economics, or Finance from a reputable from a reputable university
• 2-5 Years of cumulative experience in as an internal control personnel in either Agro - ailled or Manufacturing or FMCG industry.
• Must be a Chartered Accountant (ACCA or ACA).
• An MBA or equivalent postgraduate management degree will be an advantage
• Goods knowledge and use of Microsoft Office packages & ERP systems (Knowledge of Navision& SharePoint will be an added advantage).

Required Skills / Abilities:

• Innovative Leadership
• Time Management
• Managerial Leadership/Talent Management Skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Decision Making and Problem Solving
• Leadership; Coaching, Delegating and Developing People
• Networks and Alliances
• Negotiation Skills

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: andrew.o@saroafrica.com using the Job Position as the subject of the email.