Head Internal Controls And Compliance

Accelerec Ltd.; Lahore; On-site; PKR 3,000,000 - 5,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Free Meals/Snacks

Annual Bonus

Performance Bonuses

Pick & Drop

EOBI & Gratuity

Job summary

Accelerec Ltd. in Lahore, Pakistan, seeks a Head of Internal Controls and Compliance to lead the internal control framework, ensure regulatory adherence, and strengthen governance and risk management across the organization.

The role oversees internal audit, SOP development, fraud risk assessments and reporting to the Audit Committee. Requires 5–7 years’ experience and CA/ACCA/ACMA qualifications, with competitive benefits and career growth in a permanent, full-time position.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of progressive experience in internal controls, internal audit, risk management or related compliance field.
• Qualified/Member status as CA/ACCA/ACMA.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and maintain a comprehensive internal control framework aligned with business objectives.
• Develop and execute robust compliance programs monitoring adherence to laws, regulations and company policies.
• Lead and manage the internal audit function with risk-based audits.
• Oversee SOPs and policies ensuring they are up-to-date and communicated.
• Conduct fraud risk assessments and investigations with corrective actions.
• Develop and present reports to the Audit Committee and senior management on control environment and risk mitigation.
• Establish and maintain an effective Authority Matrix and Segregation of Duties across key processes.
• Leverage data analytics and ERP insights to enhance controls and identify risks.

Skills

Internal Controls

Risk Management

Compliance

Internal Audit

Corporate Governance

Fraud Risk

SOP Development

Policy Management

Audit Committee Reporting

Authority Matrix

Segregation of Duties

ERP Controls

Education

CA/ACCA/ACMA

Tools

ERP Systems

IT Controls

Job description

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly accomplished and strategic Head of Internal Controls and Compliance to lead our robust internal control framework and ensure adherence to all regulatory and internal policies. This is a Permanent, full-time position offering a significant opportunity to shape and elevate the governance and risk management functions within our organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain a comprehensive internal control framework, ensuring its effectiveness and alignment with business objectives.
• Develop and execute robust compliance programs, monitoring adherence to relevant laws, regulations, and company policies across all operations.
• Lead and manage the internal audit function, conducting risk-based audits to identify control weaknesses, inefficiencies, and potential areas of non-compliance.
• Oversee the development and enforcement of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and policies, ensuring they are up-to-date, practical, and effectively communicated.
• Conduct thorough fraud risk assessments and lead investigations into potential fraudulent activities or policy violations, recommending and implementing corrective actions.
• Develop and present insightful reports to the Audit Committee and senior management, providing clear assessments of the control environment, compliance status, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Establish and maintain an effective Authority Matrix and ensure appropriate Segregation of Duties across key financial and operational processes.
• Leverage data analytics and ERP system insights to enhance the effectiveness of internal controls and identify emerging risks.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive experience in internal controls, internal audit, risk management, or a related compliance field.
• Education: Qualified/Member status as a Chartered Accountant (CA), ACCA, or ACMA.
• Skills: Proven expertise in Internal Controls, Risk Management, Compliance, Internal Audit, Corporate Governance, Fraud Risk assessment and Investigations, SOP development and Policy Management, Audit Committee Reporting, Authority Matrix design, Segregation of Duties principles, and proficiency with ERP systems and IT Controls.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certifications such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or Certified Compliance Professional (CCP).
• Experience with advanced Data Analytics techniques in an audit or control context.
• Fluency in both English and Urdu (spoken and written).

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Health Insurance coverage.
• Life Insurance for your peace of mind.
• Complimentary Free Meals/Snacks to fuel your workday.
• Recognition through an Annual Bonus and performance-driven Performance Bonuses.
• Pick & Drop
• EOBI & Gratuity
• A dynamic and supportive work environment located in Lahore, Pakistan.