Description
Functions and Responsibilities
Compliance:
Prepare a legal and regulatory compliance checklist and check for 100% compliance;
monitoring changes in relevant legislation and the regulatory environment and taking appropriate action;
Liaising with external regulators and advisers, such as lawyers and auditors;
Ensure that none of the policies and procedures of the Company and its related activities is illegal, unethical, or improper;
Respond to alleged violations of rules, regulations, policies and procedures by evaluating or recommending the initiation of investigative procedures;
Identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability develop/implement a corrective action plan for resolution of problematic issues, and provide general guidance on how to avoid or deal with similar situations in the future.
Manage interactions/ correspondence with regulators and relevant legal agents.
Litigation:
Offer dispute resolution advice including matters of recovery claims and actions;
Liaising with external Lawyer representing the Company in any form of dispute;
Handle all default-related litigations.
Legal Advice:
Provide Legal advice on the relevant laws and regulations as it concerns the business of the Company;
Draft Legal Opinions when requested
Custodianship:
Ensure effective and efficient filing system
Ensure proper custody of sensitive documents
Ensure proper titles and ownership of the Group’s assets
Key Performance Indicators:
Ensure zero penalties in regulatory filings, and ensure filings are done on the due date provided there are no operational constraints
Communication of changes in relevant legislation and actions taken to ensure implementation and compliance within 48 hours of such change.
Raise a red flag within an hour of detecting unethical, illegal or improper activities.
Maintain all document/ correspondences in the compliance files.
Ensure response to correspondence within 24 hours
Qualifications
Minimum of a first degree in Law, must have be called to the Nigerian bar.
Professional Membership
Must be a member of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA)
A recognized professional certification in Financial/Payment Processing De-Risking, AML & Fraud Analytics will be an added advantage.
Skills / Competence Requirements:
Planning and good bookkeeping skill
Proactive and analytical skills
Good communication skills.
Integrity and Accuracy
Precision
Knowledge of regulations and policies relevant to the company business
Research and analytical skills
Good relationship management skills
Drafting skills, practical knowledge of contract, analytical skills accuracy and time management skills
In-depth understanding of company internal operations and structure
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Details
The candidate is responsible for daily reconciliation of transactions processed on our payment gateway, managing merchant receivables and validation of bank statements and balances.
Other responsibilities include monthly accounting entries for P&L, balance sheet and cash flows
Candidate should be well versed in reading and understanding financial statements.
He or she is responsible for implementing and maintaining a system of internal controls that will ensure that company assets are adequately safeguarded and that all financial reporting is prepared in alignment with all financial policies and compliance requirements.
In addition, general administration relating to office expenses and invoices will be required.
Duties and Responsibilities
Oversee cash management/reconciliation, financial reporting and balance sheet management.
Accountable for ensuring that policies and procedures (internal controls) are in place to provide reasonable assurance that the company assets are protected.
Ensure that company financial records, under responsibility, are maintained in compliance with company policies.
Responsible for reviewing monthly/quarterly account reconciliations and other documents to ensure this compliance.
Establish accounting operational strategies by working with the platform development team, identifying requirement gaps, automating processes, and implementing change.
Coordinate work relating to both internal and external audits in the periodic review of the company financial records. Is further responsible for the implementation of agreed-upon recommendations, related to areas of responsibility, resulting from the audit findings.
Prior Experience & Skills
Accounting/controller experience within a multinational business.
Ability to work collaboratively across departmental functions
Experience in banking. payment processing, or credit card industry
Strong knowledge of internal controls and financial reporting
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Proficient in MS Excel
Experience with SAP, Airbase, Sage One entry system a plus
Good command of written and spoken English.
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