Internal Control Supervisor – UNICOMER

We are the largest retailer in the region, offeri’ many opportunities for growth and developmt ^:= and are looking for a talented and dedicated individual to become part of our dynamic team at our Head Office.

Internal Control Supervisor

Purpose: Responsible for giving support to the manager in ensuring that appropriate internal controls and processes are in place throughout the business, and are being adhered to, in order to secure the assets of the business and reduce the risk of loss.

Principal Accountabilities include:

• Maintains files to support all phases of perpetual and Quarterly Stock Counts performed, and ensure these are made available to External and Internal Auditors when requested.
• Develops an Annual Risk Based Work plan in conjunction with the Internal Controller, which identifies key areas of risk and the procedures to be carried out to assess and address said risks.
• Develops a quarterly stock count plan and submits to Internal Controller for approval, before wide circulation to the respective Managers and Location Heads.
• Schedules and conducts stock and cash counts along with Internal Control Officers, to ensure that company policies are being adhered to, and prepares reports offindingstothe Internal Controller.
• Ensures physical fixed asset verifications are done in accordance with established work plan and company policy, and ensure that all fixed asset acquisitions and disposals are properly accounted for.
• Oversees the cash loan verification process and ensures the timely and accurate reporting of findings and exceptions to aid in management decision making and to serve as a deterrent to fraud.
• Reviews the performance of the Internal Control officers to ensure that department goals are met by engaging in staff training, as well as disciplining, and motivating the team accordingly. ■■ ■

Required Qualifications/Experience/Skills:

• Completion of Level II ACCAor equivalent
• At least 2 years’ experience in a supervisory capacity in an accounting environment
• Computer literate. Particularly knowledge in Microsoft Excel and other spreadsheet applications
• Experience working in a Finance, Accounting or Auditing department is generally necessary
• Ability to maintain own work flow and meet strict deadlines
• Team player
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Self-motivated, Proactive and High Energy