Internal Control and Compliance Officer at Westfield Consulting

Westfield Consulting is a management consultancy firm, specialized in Increasing Your Business Performance. It is our mission to help our clients make the right decisions & improve their organizational performance. As a partner to our clients, we work as integrated members of the team and strive to provide valuable deliverables that meet their goals.

Our clients range from large to small companies and organizations including some of the most recognizable brands. They come to Westfield seeking expert advice and personalized service on a variety of business process related problems and always leave satisfied.

Our team is comprised of a well-respected group of talented, experienced and likable consultants that can help you achieve your business goals.

With over 10 years of experience in Project Management, financial services and ICT marketing, Westfield brings the expertise you need from a consultancy outfit to help with your projects.Job Summary 

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Internal Control and Compliance Officer to oversee regulatory compliance, strengthen internal control systems, and support risk management within a fast-paced fintech environment.

Key Responsibilities

Monitor and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies across operations.
Develop and implement internal control processes to mitigate financial, operational, and compliance risks.
Conduct periodic compliance reviews, audits, and risk assessments.
Ensure adherence to AML/CFT regulations, including KYC processes and suspicious transaction reporting (STR).
Prepare and submit regulatory reports to relevant authorities in a timely manner.
Identify control gaps and recommend corrective actions to improve processes.
Liaise with regulators, auditors, and external stakeholders where required.
Maintain proper documentation, records, and audit trails.
Support staff training on compliance policies and internal control procedures.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
1–2 years’ experience in compliance, internal control, or risk management (preferably in fintech, banking, or financial services).
Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance frameworks.
Good understanding of AML/CFT regulations and risk management principles.
Experience in regulatory reporting and compliance monitoring.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
High level of integrity, attention to detail, and confidentiality.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.