Franklin Njoku
@franklinnjoku
Governance, Risk and Compliance Specialist focused on IT audit, security compliance, and GRC readiness.
What I'm looking for
I’m a goal-oriented Governance, Risk and Compliance Specialist with “over 2 years expertise” in information system audits, internal control evaluation, security compliance audits, and IT General Controls review, alongside program management. I help organizations stay ahead of internal and external threat factors by translating risk into clear controls and audit-ready processes.
At Amdari, I maintain detailed transaction and process records, run regular risk assessments aligned to defined frequencies, and support IT and contractual compliance implementation for my assigned account. I lead control testing and compliance result reporting to partners, collaborate with stakeholders to close compliance gaps, and ensure audit readiness for both internal and external reviews.
Earlier in my career, I managed external audits as a primary liaison and planned risk-based internal audit work, evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting and operations. I also train and supervise junior audit staff, and I continuously apply risk management principles grounded in standards such as ISO 27001, NIST, NIST 800-53, PCI DSS, and ISO 31000.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Specialist II, GRC & IT Audit
Amdari
Nov 2024 - Present (1 year 6 months)
Performed IT audits and governance, risk, and compliance activities, including risk assessment, control testing, and compliance reporting to ensure readiness for internal and external audits. Led compliance implementation for an assigned account, addressed stakeholder compliance gaps, and managed the Risk and Compliance team.
Compliance & Reporting Officer
Slot Systems Limited
Apr 2013 - May 2016 (3 years 1 month)
Coordinated and managed external audits as the primary liaison with auditors, gathering and evaluating audit evidence to support objective professional opinions. Conducted internal audits, monitored regulatory and accounting standard changes, and produced compliance and financial reporting documentation including risk and control matrices.
Accounting & Audit Officer
J.C. Ugwu and Associates
Jul 2012 - Mar 2013 (8 months)
Planned and executed risk-based internal audits across financial, operational, compliance, and control areas, evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls. Identified control weaknesses, fraud risks, and non-compliance issues, provided management reporting to senior leadership and the audit committee, and trained junior audit staff.
Education
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Friedrich Schiller University Jena
Master of Science in Economics, Economics
Earned an MSc in Economics from Friedrich Schiller University Jena.
Caritas University
Bachelor of Science in Economics, Economics
Earned a BSc in Economics from Caritas University.
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