Internal Control Lead

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Roadlamp Limited, an EPCI operating in Nigeria's oil and gas sector, is hiring an Internal Control Lead in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The role is a senior governance position responsible for designing and implementing controls, conducting risk-based reviews, and strengthening the internal control environment across a multi-project EPCI business. It reports to the Managing Director and operates as the Second Line of Defence under the IIA Three Lines Model.

• Senior governance role reporting to the Managing Director
• Second Line of Defence under the IIA Three Lines Model
• Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria
• Full-time employment in the oil and gas EPCI sector
• Hands-on role covering controls, risk reviews, and investigations

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Internal Control Lead at Roadlamp Limited ⏲ Jul 31, 2026, 8:03 AM ⋕ View all Manufacturing & Production jobs RoadLamp Limited is an EPCI that has operated in the oil and gas sector for over 7 years. We have risen through the ranks of the industry with a growing capacity to dominate our niche EPCI sect. Our increased capacity, experience, field assets, workforce (team composition of experts), excellent knowledge of our business terrain and in-depth understanding of the inner workings of the domestic oil and gas market are the key differentiating factors for our business. We are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Title: Internal Control Lead Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers Employment Type: Full-time Job Summary This is a hands-on, high-impact role that requires someone who can design and implement controls from the ground up, conduct risk-based reviews across a multi-project EPCI environment, engage credibly with senior management, and drive a culture of accountability and continuous improvement across the organisation. Reporting administratively to the Managing Director, the role operates as the Second Line of Defence under the IIA Three Lines Model and provides objective assurance across all business functions. The Head of Internal Control is a senior governance role responsible for independently assessing, strengthening, and monitoring the adequacy and effectiveness of Roadlamp Limited's internal control environment. Key Responsibilities: Internal Control Framework: Monitor the effectiveness of internal controls through periodic reviews, process walkthroughs, data analytics, and field observations. Ensure that all policies, procedures, and governance instruments developed are properly implemented, understood, and complied with across the organisation Own, maintain, and continuously improve the Internal Control Framework anchored on the COSO Internal Control framework. Risk Assessment & Reviews: Conduct an annual risk assessment across all business functions. Perform unannounced spot checks and surprise cash counts across the petty cash, and inventory functions. Execute a risk-based Internal Control Work Plan covering all departments across a defined engagement cycle Financial Controls Oversight: Monitor the Fixed Asset Register for completeness, reconciliation to the general ledger, and periodic physical verification Review bank reconciliations monthly for completeness, timeliness, and accuracy Review payroll processing controls including headcount verification to detect ghost workers and unauthorised salary changes Review the Cash Advance Register for overdue retirements and compliance with the Cash Advance Policy Test the three-way match (PO + GRN + Invoice) across vendor payments on a quarterly basis Procurement & Vendor Management Oversight: Conduct split PO analytics and vendor concentration analysis on a quarterly basis Test procurement transactions for compliance with the Delegation of Authority Matrix and Procurement Policy Review the vendor master list for completeness, qualification status, and bank detail integrity Monitor Job Completion Form compliance across all service vendor invoices submitted to Finance Inventory & Logistics Oversight: Review logistics documentation — mobilisation orders, cargo manifests, pre-departure safety checklists for completeness and compliance Oversee project-level materials reconciliation for all active and completed projects Conduct quarterly full stock counts and monthly spot counts independently selecting items without prior notice to the Materials Manager Review the Inventory Register for transaction accuracy, timeliness, and reconciliation to Finance records Investigations & Whistleblowing: Receive, investigate, and conclude all reports submitted through the Whistleblowing channel Conduct formal investigations into suspected fraud, theft, misconduct, or policy violations producing a documented findings report within agreed timelines Maintain a confidential Investigations Register Liaise with law enforcement where criminal referral is warranted Reporting: Prepare and present a quarterly Internal Control Report to the Managing Director. Present an annual Internal Control Report summarising the state of the control environment, policy compliance, and recommendations for the year ahead. Provide written input to the external audit process and liaise with external auditors to share relevant working papers and avoid duplication. Policy & Governance: Monitor regulatory changes — CAMA 2020, PIA 2021, NCDMB, NIMASA, NOSDRA, NRS/NTA and advise management on compliance implications Develop, review, and maintain all internal control policies, SOPs, and governance instruments Train department heads and process owners on their control responsibilities: under the Three Lines Model. Ensure all policies are communicated, signed off by applicable staff, and periodically reviewed Ensure compliance with rendition of statutory returns to regulatory authorities Qualifications Minimum Academic Qualifications: A good first degree in any management science/social science related discipline preferably in accounting. Finance, Business Administration & Economics Professional qualification e.g. ACA, ACCA, ACIB, CISA or MBA will be an added advantage. Experience: Work Experience: — 3 to 5 years Direct experience: in the oil and gas, energy, or construction sector or a demonstrable understanding of EPCI project environments, procurement controls, and project cost management is an added advantage. Skills / Knowledge: Internal Control Professionalism Risk Management Communication (Written/Oral) Systematic Thinking/Problem Solving Ability to think outside the box and methodically Ability to eliminate corporate/process risks to the barest minimum Attributes: Leadership: Must be fair, goal oriented, responsible and skilled Must be able to evaluate others Ability to influence others to do what is to be done. Must possess good listening skills Must be charismatic Must be a good director of affairs both human and material Proactive decision-maker: Ability to see what others cannot see Ability to proactively measure performance Ability to question assumptions Ability to look beyond the obvious/routine Self-starter: Must be resilient Must be an energetic person with unusual initiative Sound ethics and integrity: Must be discernibly honest and of consistent upright character Must be ethical i.e. must follow the ideals and responsibilities: of the Organization and the Oil and Gas industry. How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail. Application Deadline: 30th August, 2026. View all Jobs in Nigeria Port Harcourt and 1 other location Port Harcourt , Rivers State