Internal Control Officer (Fourways) at Leroy Merlin

Description
Purpose of the role 

• The Internal Control Officer will assist the Audit and Compliance Manager in fostering a strong culture of internal control across the organization. This role includes supporting the development and monitoring of internal control frameworks, conducting self-assessments, and collaborating with various departments to identify and mitigate risks.
• This position offers an excellent opportunity for an Internal Control Officer with 2–3 years of experience in internal audit or internal control to advance their career in a dynamic and fast-paced retail environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support in Defining the Internal Control Framework:
• Assist in developing and maintaining internal control policies, responsibilities, and methodologies.
• Ensure internal control guides are updated and accessible to employees.
• Help identify key risks and controls in collaboration with department heads and operational teams.
• Maintain a repository of control documentation, including policies, procedures, and audit trails.
• Provide administrative and logistical support for internal control projects and audits.
• Contribute to the periodic review and refinement of internal control frameworks to adapt to evolving business needs.
• Liaison with Departments and Stores
• Raise awareness of internal control best practices through training and communication.
• Support departments and stores in completing internal control self-assessments and developing corrective actions.
• Collaborate on cross-departmental projects to ensure compliance with procedures and a robust control framework.
• Internal Control Monitoring and Evaluation
• Use tools and indicators to monitor the effectiveness of internal controls.
• Participate in risk mapping exercises and propose improvements to strengthen internal controls.
• Analyze and report findings from self-assessments, audits, and periodic reviews.
• Work closely with risk management teams and internal auditors to maintain high compliance standards.

Requirements
Technical Skills and Qualifications:

• Completed degree in accounting, finance or related field (Essential)
• Appropriate level of experience in financial, commercial and operational areas (Essential)
• Registered with a professional body (Essential)
• Experience in a retail environment (Preferred)
• Intermediate level of Excel (Preferred)
• Basic experience in internal audit processes (Preferred)
• Familiarity with ERP systems or audit tools (Preferred)

Personal Attributes:

• Proactive and eager to learn, with a strong curiosity for internal audit and control principles.
• Effective communicator with excellent interpersonal skills at all levels.
• Team player who is self-motivated and detail-oriented.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Willing to engage with operational teams to understand business processes firsthand.

Additional Information:

• Frequent travel to company locations in Gauteng; own transport is required.