A reputable Energy Company is looking for a candidate with strong analytical skills, ability to work in a self-directed fashion within a team-oriented structure, strong work ethic, and professional maturity. Candidates must also demonstrate strong leadership qualities and the ability to perform in an entrepreneurial environment.

Key Responsibilities
Accounts Payable and Statutory Returns:

•   Prepares a risk-based annual audit plan and present to the Audit Committee for approval annually.
•   Coordinates work with Legal & Compliance and other control-related activities and with other departments.
•   Conducts risk assessments and identifies controls in place to mitigate identified risks.
•   Performs audit procedures to verify that controls are operating through testing and interviewing techniques.
•   Analyses and concludes on effectiveness and efficiency of control environment.
•   Identifies control gaps and opportunities for improvement.
•   Documents the results of audit work in accordance with Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) standards.
•   Prepares timely audit reports for executive management, the Audit Committee and the Board of Directors.
•   Assess, evaluate and promote compliance to internal organizational policies.
•   Contributes, as appropriate, in the year-end financial audit with the external auditor.
•   Provides advice on internal control and participates in enhancing internal audit standards and practices within the
organization.
•   Researches new or technical subjects when required to support audits
•   Provide updated status reports as to the progress toward completion of the annual audit plan, significant audit findings and action plans, frauds or special investigations, etc.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Part or recently Qualified Accountant [ACCA, ICA, or CPA] or a qualification with Institute of Internal Auditors.
•   Minimum 2-3 years combination of internal or external audit experience.
•   Have relevant work experience with a career progression of increasing responsibility including working at the
management level.
•   Have experience using business management systems such as an ERP package
•   Have advanced skills with MS office modules especially Excel, or similar software
•   Be proactive problem solver and strong inter-personal relationship skills
•   An excellent written and oral English language skill.

Core Competencies

•   Strong Oral and Written Communication Skills (fluency in English a must)
•   Team Player
•   Results Oriented and Driven
•   Analytical
•   Technical Expertise – knowledge of advanced principles, practices, and techniques of accounting.
•   Complying with the company Policies and Procedures
•   Planning and Organizing

Location: Brong Ahafo

How To Apply For The Job

Qualified candidates should send their resumes to:

ghanajobs@cog.co.za

Kindly specify for the position you are applying

Closing Date: 27 March, 2014