Regulatory Reporting Officer

Who we are

Moniepoint is a financial technology company digitizing Africa’s real economy by building a financial ecosystem for businesses, providing them with all the payment, banking, credit and business management tools they need to succeed.
At Moniepoint we are a customer-focused community, dedicated to crafting solutions that redefine our industry. We have several products that provide essential services for businesses such as payment, credit, overdrafts etc. We leverage artificial intelligence and data to make our decisions but also have the technology and data-driven best practices used to support our businesses.

Role Overview

The Regulatory Reporting Office is responsible for ensuring the timely, accurate, and compliant submission of all regulatory returns to supervisory authorities such as the CBN, NDIC, and other relevant bodies. The role involves coordinating data collection across departments, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of regulatory requirements, and acting as a key liaison with regulators on reporting matters. In addition, the officer supports compliance governance by monitoring regulatory changes, facilitating staff attestation to policies, and preparing reports for senior management and the Board. This position plays a critical role in safeguarding the organization’s regulatory standing, minimizing compliance risks, and fostering a strong culture of accountability and transparency.

Key Responsibilities

Regulatory Reporting

- Prepare, review, and submit all required regulatory returns (daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual) to CBN, NDIC, and other relevant authorities within stipulated formats and deadlines.

- Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of submissions, with appropriate internal validations and reconciliations.

Data Management Validation

- Collect, validate, and reconcile financial and operational data from multiple departments for regulatory reporting.

- Maintain organized reporting records and ensure data integrity for audit and examination purposes.

Regulatory Compliance Monitoring

- Stay up-to-date with changes in regulatory reporting requirements, circulars, and directives, and implement necessary updates promptly.

- Monitor regulatory developments and communicate implications to management and relevant stakeholders.

Stakeholder Engagement

- Act as the primary liaison with regulators on reporting-related matters, including responding to inquiries and facilitating examinations.

- Support internal and external audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews.

Governance Policy Oversight

- Assist in drafting, reviewing, interpreting, and circulating compliance policies for staff acknowledgment and attestation (in collaboration with Learning Development).

- Monitor compliance with the organization’s training plan across all levels (Board, Senior Management, Staff, Compliance Officers, and CCO).

Risk Control Management

- Identify potential regulatory and compliance risks in reporting processes and recommend corrective or preventive measures.

- Escalate significant issues to senior management with proposed remediation actions.

Management Reporting

- Prepare and present compliance and regulatory reporting updates to Management and the Board, highlighting key risks, trends, and compliance status

Skills

• Ability to analyze, validate, and reconcile large sets of financial and operational data.
• Solid knowledge of compliance frameworks, governance, and risk management principles.
• A proactive approach to monitoring regulatory changes and implementing required updates.
• The ability to work collaboratively across departments while maintaining independence in compliance oversight.

Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional certification or progress towards one (ACA, ACCA, ICAN, or compliance-related certification) is an advantage.
• 1–3 years of experience in regulatory reporting, compliance, audit, finance, or a related role within financial services.
• Prior exposure to regulatory bodies (e.g., CBN, NDIC) or experience preparing regulatory returns is highly desirable.
• Experience in data analysis and reporting, with strong working knowledge of Excel or other reporting tools

What to expect in the hiring process

• A preliminary phone call with the recruiter
• A Panel Interview
• A behavioural and technical interview with a member of the Executive team.

Moniepoint is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and candidates.