A reputable Bank in the Western Region has a vacant position for Head of Internal Audit.

Job Purpose

•Provide independent assurance that the bank's risk management, governance and internal control processes are operating effectively and orderly in compliance with the bank's policies, banking regulations and internal audit standards

Responsibilities

•Ensure compliance with the provisions of the Banking Law, the companies Act, 2019 (Act Bank and the policies of the bank)
•Appraise, from time to time, the effectiveness of internal controls in place and propose new controls or the consideration of the Board's audit, risk & compliance committee
•Assist management in improving the risk management process, control environment and operational efficiency across the bank, including governance and operations and create a control environment tat will detect and avoid any fraud
•Assist the audit, risk and compliance committee in fulfillment of its duties and responsibilities to the bank
•Develop a comprehensive annual internal audit programme for the bank and perform financial, operational and compliance audits in accordance with the internal audit programme
•Conduct investigations on any irregularities discovered by or brought to the Auditor's attention in the Bank
•Conduct follow-up reviews of financial, operational or regulatory compliance deficiencies noted during audits to ensure that corrective action is taken
•Perform any other duties as required or are consistent with the goals, objectives and responsibilities of the internal audit department with the approval of the Audit Committee or the Chief Executive Officer.

Qualification Required & Experience

•Master's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Auditing or related field
•At least 5 years continuous post-qualification experience in internal Audit/Compliance/Forensics and Banking Operations preferably in the banking sector with a minimum of 2 years experience at the managerial level
•Very conversant with T24 Banking Software
•Professional qualification in Accounting or Banking (ACCA, ACIB, ICAG, CIA) is a pre-requisite for the position

Required Competencies

•Highly analytical and pays attention to details
•Proactive, innovative and dynamic problem solver
•High level of professionalism and personal integrity
•Good interpersonal, communication and report writing competencies

Location: Western Region

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates should send their application, CV with 3 professional referees and copies of educational certificates to the Head, HR through the email address:

cokudzeto@fiasemanbank.com.gh

Closing Date: 13 March, 2026