INTERNAL CONTROL SPECIALIST

Job Purpose

The Internal Control Specialist is responsible for ensuring effective internal controls over financial reporting, supporting compliance, governance, and accurate financial reporting across the organization.

• Key Responsibilities
• Maintain and improve the Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICOFR) framework.
• Prepare and update Risk & Control Matrices (RCM) and control documentation.
• Perform control testing and assess control effectiveness.
• Identify control gaps and monitor corrective actions.
• Coordinate Control Self-Assessments (CSA) across departments.
• Review financial processes and policies from a control and compliance perspective.
• Ensure effective controls over financial reporting, including AMFS and DPLK.
• Monitor transaction controls, approvals, and segregation of duties (SoD).
• Work closely with Finance, Actuary, Investment, IT, and Operations teams to implement controls.
• Support internal and external audits and act as the key contact for control-related matters.
• Drive process improvements and promote a strong control culture.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• 4-6 years of experience in ICOFR, Internal Control, Internal Audit, or related fields, preferably in the insurance industry.
• Good understanding of internal controls, financial reporting, and risk management.
• Experience in control testing, audit support, and process reviews.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and accounting standards.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Professional certifications (CIA, CPA, CISA, CRMA, etc.) are an advantage.