Branch Controller at Accion Microfinance Bank (AMfB)

Accion Microfinance Bank Limited  - Established in 2006, began operations in May 2007 on license from the Central Bank of Nigeria. Our management team comprises seasoned and distinguished professionals from diverse backgrounds complemented by the expertise of our technical partners, ACCION International. At Accion Microfinance Bank our core values, business philosophy and methodology distinguish us as one of the leading microfinance banks in Nigeria.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Branch Controller
JOb Location: Lagos

Job Responsibilities

• Review captured files for completeness of necessarily details on clients which include all contractual documents duly signed by clients and branch management
• Collect information and review documentation to ensure that errors are identified,evaluated and corrected immediately
• Vault administration and cash management
• Evaluation of scanned documents for oversights, omission and variation in data captured
• Identify potential threats and vulnerabilities for business processes, associated with data and supporting capabilities to assist in the evaluation of enterprise risk
• Identify legal, regulatory and contractual requirements and organizational policies and standards related to EDMS to determine their potential impact on the business objectives
• Track files for unnecessary delay from each queue in the process flow
• Create and maintain Error log closed register to ensure that all identified documentation errors are corrected and closed
• Submit weekly activities report on branch operations and exceptions observed
• Any other assignment from the Head, Risk & Control.

Qualification & Experiences

• Bachelor's Degree, Accounting, Business Administration and other social sciences or equivalent combination of related work experience.
• 2- 5+ years of internal or external IT auditing/ Internal Control experience
• ICAN Professional membership is required.

Key Performance:

• Ability to balance detail with departmental goals/objectives
• Ability to liaise with individuals across a wide variety of operational, functional, and technical disciplines
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to work well within a team environment and participate in department projects
• Ability to impart knowledge and develop the competencies of direct reports
• Ability to travel approximately 10-15% of work time.

Required Knowledge:

• Proficient in using computer software (e.g.,SQL, Excel) and application systems
• Knowledge of risk assessment processes/procedures
• Knowledge of risk assessment processes/procedures
• Competent interpersonal skills, demonstrating the ability to lead projects and mentor others
• Written communication skills, ability to share and impart knowledge
• Advanced investigative and analytical skills
• Organizational and time management skills.