Senior Internal Control Officer

Website Teak World

Teak World (TW Stores Ltd) has more than 15 years of history and is positioned as a favourite destination for lifestyle and high-end design home furnishing products.At Teak World, we care passionately about employee well-being and value the importance of providing a meaningful and conducive work environment that inspires results. Teak World is an equal-opportunity employer where we promote diversity, equity and inclusiveness. We strongly believe that a safe and healthy environment is essential to the welfare and growth of our employees.We are a fast growing company and we are looking for new talents to help grow our business. If you dream of working in a stimulating and creative environment, our team is ready to welcome you!Be part of our exciting journey and grow along with Teak World by sending us your resume. We will carefully review it and if none of our available positions corresponds to your profile, we will keep your application on our records for a period of 6 months. Contact: hr@teakworld.mu Corner Draper Avenue & St. Jean Road, Quatre Bornes, Quatre Bornes, Mauritius 463 3338

Lead and strengthen the organization’s internal control framework. Assess risks, evaluate controls, and drive improvements across finance, inventory, and operations. Requires accounting expertise, audit experience, and ability to advise management on practical control enhancements.
 
A description of the main scope of services, however not exhaustive, is detailed below:1. Risk Assessment and Control FrameworkConduct periodic risk assessments across financial, inventory, and operational processes.Identify key risks, control gaps, and process weaknesses impacting the organization.Develop, maintain, and update risk and control matrices (RCMs).Assess inherent and residual risks and escalate significant exposures to Management.2. Internal Control Testing and MonitoringPlan and perform internal control walkthroughs and testing, including design and operating effectiveness.Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of existing internal controls.Document control deficiencies, root causes, and potential impacts.Follow up on remediation actions and monitor timely closure of control gaps. 3. Accounting and Financial ControlsReview key accounting processes and financial controls for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.Assess controls over reconciliations, approvals, and financial reporting processes.Apply accounting knowledge and professional judgment when evaluating control effectiveness.Support Finance in strengthening financial controls while maintaining independence and objectivity.4. Inventory and Operational ControlsReview inventory management processes and related internal controls.Assess operational workflows to identify inefficiencies and control weaknesses.Evaluate controls over asset safeguarding and operational compliance.Recommend practical improvements to mitigate inventory and operational risks.5. Policy and Procedure ReviewReview financial, inventory, and operational policies and procedures.Identify gaps, inconsistencies, or outdated practices.Propose and support enhancements to policies and procedures.Ensure alignment with internal control best practices and business objectives.6. Reporting and AdvisoryPrepare internal control, audit, and risk assessment reports for Management.Clearly communicate findings, risks, and recommendations.Act as an internal advisor on control design for new processes or initiatives.Coordinate with internal and external auditors as required.7. Continuous Improvement and GovernancePromote a strong internal control and risk awareness culture across the organization.Recommend sustainable and value-adding control enhancements.Support governance and compliance improvement initiatives. 8. Other DutiesPerform any other cognate duties within the scope of responsibilities as may be assigned by Management.Qualifications and Experience RequiredEducational QualificationsA Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.Acca Level 2 completedExperienceA minimum of three (3) years’ proven experience in internal control, internal audit, or external audit. Demonstrated hands-on experience in risk assessment, internal control testing, and process reviews. Practical exposure to financial, inventory, and operational controls is required.Ability to work independently, exercise sound professional judgment, and manage responsibilities with minimal supervision. 

Corner Draper Avenue & St. Jean Road, Quatre Bornes, Quatre Bornes, Mauritius

Phone: 463 3338

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