{Kwame Nkrumah University (KNUST),Kumasi,Full-Time,GH,N/A,5 years,16 Jul-2021};

The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Kumasi announces for the information of the academic community and the general public that, the following positions would become vacant effective JANUARY 01, 2022:

Title: INTERNAL AUDITOR

Job Summary

• The Internal Auditor shall be the Head of the Internal Audit Department of the University.
• He/she shall, in accordance with the Internal Audit Agency Act, 2003 (Act 658) and in conformity with standards and procedures provided by the Agency set up under the said Act, carry out periodic internal audit of the University.
• He/she shall report administratively to the Vice-Chancellor and functionally to the Audit Committee in accordance with the Public Financial Management Act, 2016 (Act 912).

Qualification Required & Experience

The Applicant must:

• possess both professional qualification and relevant postgraduate degree;
• be well versed in the use of various contemporary auditing and accounting software (ACL, IDEA, Team Mate+, iAuditor, etc);
• have served in a University or analogous institution for at least 5 years as Deputy Internal Auditor/Deputy Finance Officer OR a minimum of 10 years post-qualification experience in a highly reputable and recognized practicing Auditing/Accounting Firm, industry, commerce and/or public service.

TERMS OF APPOINTMENT

• The Appointment, which is full-time, shall be for FIVE (5) YEARS in the first instance, and may be subject to renewal for another term of up to five (5) years (after evaluation of performance) before attaining the compulsory statutory retirement age of SIXTY (60).
• The Salary and Conditions attached to the post are attractive.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

For each of the aforementioned positions, the person to be appointed must:

• be dynamic, self- motivated, and competent with proven ability;
• be a team player with good interpersonal and communication skills;
• have the ability to exercise sound judgment;
• exhibit high sense of initiative, and managerial and organizational skills;
• have an entrepreneurial drive and be business oriented;
• be a distinguished professional with capacity to motivate and direct staff;
• be digitally literate.

Location: Kumasi

How To Apply For The Job

Interested Candidates are required to submit an Application Letter together with eight (8) copies of the following:

• Curriculum Vitae, including Names and Addresses of Three (3) Referees; and,
• A 1000-word Statement of Candidate’s Vision for the relevant position.

Applications should be marked “APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT AS INTERNAL AUDITOR” and forwarded under Registered Cover to reach the following Addresses:

The Registrar
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
Private Mail Bag
University Post Office
Kumasi – Ghana

OR

The Office Manager
Universities of Ghana Overseas Office
Ghana Universities House
321 City Road
London ECIV ILJ
United Kingdom

Closing Date: 16 July, 2021

{Confidential,Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,5 years,08 Jun-2021};

A Financial Institution licensed by the Bank of Ghana is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Head, Internal Audit.

Job Summary

• The Head of Internal Audit will be responsible for developing, planning, executing and reporting results of finance, operations and IT audits together with pragmatic and effective internal controls systems for the company.

Qualification Required & Experience

• Degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration or equivalent professional qualification in related discipline
• Member of a recognised professional body (ICA Gh, ACCA)
• 5 years relevant work experience with at least 2 years in senior management position ina financial institution
• Excellent communication, presentation and report writing skills
• Strong knowledge in the use of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Internal and other auditing software and tools

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested and qualified persons should submit their applications and CVs to:

[email protected]

Closing Date: 08 June, 2021

{Confidential,Tema,Full-Time,GH,Degree,5 years,07 Jun-2021};

A well-established infrastructural and commodity firm is seeking an objective and a highly competent professional for the position of an Internal Auditor.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for adding value and improving the organization’s operations by bringing a systematic and disciplined approach to the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes.

The successful candidate must possess a thorough knowledge of auditing, accounting procedures and a sound judgement.

Responsibilities

• Set up the company’s internal audit function in line with best practice standards..
• Identify and reduce all business and financial risks through effective implementation and monitoring of controls.
• Determine internal audit scope and develop annual plans.
• Obtain, analyze and evaluate accounting documentation, previous reports, data, etc.
• Prepare and present reports that reflect audit’s results and document process.
• Act as an objective source of independent advice to ensure validity, legality and goal achievement of the organization.
• Perform ad hoc investigations into identified or reported risks or fraud and promote ethics.
• Identify loopholes and recommend risk aversion measures and cost savings.
• Maintain open communication with management and external auditors.
• Identify the financial risk of the company and offer recommendations to reduce risk.
• Identify accounting and financial record-keeping processes that can be improved.
• Evaluate financial documents for accuracy and compliance with regulations.
• Conduct follow up audits to monitor management’s interventions.
• Monitor the company’s compliance with statutory, legal, and regulatory standards and guidelines and best practice.
• Establish processes and procedures that will enhance healthy inter subsidiary relationship. Any other auditing duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Qualification Required & Experience

• Must have a degree in accounting or finance from a recognized university.
• Minimum of five years of working experience at a management level as a Senior Auditor.
• Must have ACCA or ICA qualification or be a chartered auditor.
• Advanced IT literacy, software and databases.
• High attention to detail and excellent analytical skills.
• Sound independent judgement and critical thinking skills.
• Should be a self-starter and able to work without supervision.
• Strong communication skills.

Location: Tema

How To Apply For The Job

Qualified applicants should email cvs with the job title in the subject following address:

[email protected]

Closing Date: 07 June, 2021

{Atebubu College of Education,Bono East Region,Full-Time,GH,Degree,4 years,12 Jun-2020};

Council of Atebubu College of Education, Atebubu, in the Bono East Region, announces that the following position in the college is vacant: Internal Auditor

Job Summary

• The Internal Auditor shall provide independent, objective assurance and counseling services designed to add value and improve the College’s operations.
• He/She will help the College accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic disciplined approach to evaluate and improve risk management, control, and governance processes.
• He/She shall determine the reliability and adequacy of accounting and operational controls in the College; monitor compliance with established policies, plans and procedures; among others.

Qualification Required & Experience

• Applicant must hold a good first degree and a postgraduate degree in Finance or Accounting and must be a member of a recognized professional association in the area as well as a member of the Institute of Internal Auditors.
• He/she must have served as a Deputy Internal Auditor in a College of Education or comparable grade in a similar institution or organization for at least four (4) years.

Location: Atebubu, Bono East Region

How To Apply For The Job

Interested persons applying for any of the positions should attach the under-listed to their application letter:

• Eight (8) copies of Curriculum Vitaé (CV);
• Eight copies of relevant certificates. The originais of the certificates shall be inspected during the interview;
• Sealed letters of recommendation from two (2) referees;
• Eight (8) copies of a two-page statement of your vision the College and how you intend to achieve them.
• Police criminal report.

Applications must be addressed and submitted by registered courier to:

The Principal
Atebubu College of Education
P.O.Box Box 29
Atebubu Bono East

Applicants must indicate the position being applied for on the top-left corner of the back of the envelope.

Closing Date: 26 May, 2021

{Confidential,Accra,Full-Time, GH,BSc,2 years,28 Dec-2020};

A leading reputable manufacturing and distribution company requires Audit Assistants for immediate employment.

Qualification Required & Experience

• Successful candidates must be holders of a BSc Accounting for Audit Assistants
• Minimum experience for all positions is two (2) years in a related or similar role,with the exception of the Machine Operator which requires five (5) years minimum experience
• Applicants must not be more than Thirty (30) years of age, and should be based in Accra.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

All interested and eligible persons are to send their applications and CV by Email to

[email protected]

Closing Date: 28 December, 2020

{Christian Health Association of Ghana,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Degree, 5 years,17 Dec-2020};

Key Job Responsibilities

• The Internal Auditor at Christian Health Association of Ghana will advise management on effective risk management, control and governance processes.
• He/she will determine the extent to which the organisation’s assets including stocks are accounted for, safeguarded and report accordingly.
• The Officer will strengthen and maintain internal control systems and ensure an efficient use of project resources in accordance an with the financial regulations of the Global Fund

Qualification Required & Experience

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or professional certification in Auditing
• Practical skills and proven competence in a similar position
• A minimum of 5 years credible post-qualification experience in audit
• Experience with the use of accounting software
• Proven knowledge of auditing standards and procedures, laws, rules and regulations
• Experience of Global Fund policies, regulations and procedures desirable.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

All suitably qualified and interested persons should apply through

[email protected]

or hand-deliver their application letters with a detailed CV,copies of academic credentials with at least two referees to:

The Christian Health Association of Ghana
21 Jubilee Wells Street,
Labone,Accra

All enquiries regarding this advert should be directed to:

0208-440980

Closing Date: 17 December, 2020

{Confidential,Kumasi,Full-Time, GH,N/A,N/A,29 Nov-2020};

A reputable Rural Bank is inviting applications from suitably qualified audit firms for appointment as External Auditors.

Job Summary

TERMS OF REFERENCE

• To undertake a thorough and extensive auditing of all the bank’s financial transactions; test-check the adequacy and weaknesses in the internal control procedures and offer professional advice.
• To conduct the Audit in accordance with laws and guidelines regulating the conduct of Rural and Community Banks and the International Financial Reporting Standards on Auditing in the manner required by the Companies’ Code 1963(Act 179) and the Banking Act 2004(Act 673) as amended by Banking Act(2007), Act 738.
• To perform sufficient tests to obtain reasonable assurance as to whether the information contained in the underlying accounting records and other source data is reliable and sufficient as the basis for the preparation of the financial statement.
• To advise the Board of Directors and report to shareholder at the Annual General Meeting.
• To offer any other advice or services that may be required from time to time.

Qualification Required & Experience

• Proven experience as an External Auditors
• Have a track record in auditing in rural banking
• Knowledge in external auditing and relevant regulations and acts
• Proven knowledge of accounting standards
• CPA License as a practicing accountant in Ghana

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Send CV and cover letter to:

Address:

The Board Chairman
P. O. Box SE 985
Suame – Kumasi

E-mail: [email protected]

Closing Date: 29 November, 2020

{Wesley College of Education,Kumasi,Full-Time,GH,Degree,4 years,18 Dec-2020};

The College Governing Council invites applications from interested and qualified persons for the following vacancy: College Internal Auditor

Job Summary

• The Internal Auditor will provide an independent, objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value and improve the college’s operations
• He/She will help the college accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic disciplined approach to evaluate and improve risk management, control and governance processes

Responsibilities and duties

• Determining the reliability and adequacy of accounting, financial and operational controls
• Evaluate the procedures of the college to determine whether results are consistent with stated objectives and goals
• Monitoring compliance with established policies, plan and procedures
• Appraising the quality of performance of those carrying out assigned responsibilities
• Assessing the extent to which assets are accounted for and safeguarded against losses
• Ensuring the reliable records form the basis for the preparation of appropriate financial and other data provided for decision making
• Drawing the principal’s attention to deficiencies in the system, instances of duplicated functions, waste or other inefficiencies with recommendations for remedies where necessary
• Carrying out special reviews of accounting and internal control systems with the view to minimsing weakness

Qualification Required & Experience

• Applicant must hold a good first degree or comparable qualification plus a relevant professional or a Master’s degree in the relevant area.
• He or She must be a member of a recognized accountancy professional association as well as member of the institution of internal auditors.
• He/She must have served as a Deputy Internal Auditor in a college comparable grade in a similar institution/organisation for at least 4 years

Applicant must also:

• Possess strong IT skills and familiar with financial systems
• Be able to work under pressure to meet deadlines
• Be able to complete at least one term of 4 years before attaining the compulsory retirement age of 60

Location: Kumasi

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants must submit 6 copies of their application package, including curriculum vitae, a two-page vision statement for the college, certificates and any other relevant documents to the address below:

The Chairman
Search Committee
Wesley College of Education
Post Office Box 1927
Kumasi

All applicants must request 2 referees to submit reports on them directly to the above address.

Closing Date: 18 December, 2020

{Mount Mary College of Education,Somanya,Full-Time,GH,Degree,4 years,23 Nov-2020};

The Governing Council of the College is inviting applications from suitable and qualified candidates to fill the following position: College Internal Auditor

Job Description / Responsibilities and Duties

• The Internal Auditor will provide an independent objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value and improve the college’s operations.
• He/She will help the college accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic approach to evaluate and improve risk management, control and governance processes.

The key responsibilities of the internal auditor include:

• Ensuring the establishment and operation of an efficient and effective financial control system
• Monitoring and ensuring expenditures incurred have been authorized and are within budgetary provision
• Scrutinizing all proposed expenditure to ensure compliance with laid down internal control systems and other statutory requirement
• Determining the reliability and adequacy of accounting, financial and operational controls in the college
• Evaluating the procedures of the college to determine whether results are consistent with stated objectives and goals
• Monitoring compliance with established policies, plans and procedures.
• Appraising the quality of performance of those carrying out assigned responsibilities
• Assessing the extent to which assets are accounted for and safeguarded against losses
• Ensuring that reliable records form the basis for the preparation of appropriate financial and other data provided for decision-making
• Drawing the Principal’s attention to deficiencies in the system, instances of duplicated functions, waste or other inefficiencies with recommendation for remedies where necessary
• Carrying out special reviews of accounting and internal controls systems with the view to minimising weaknesses

Qualification Required & Experience

• Applicant must hold a good first degree or comparable qualification in addition to a relevant professional qualification and a master’s degree in the relevant area
• He/She must be a member of a recognised accountancy professional association as well as a member of the institute of internal/professional auditors
• He/She must have served as a Deputy Internal Auditor in a college of Education or comparable grade in a similar institution / organisation for at least 4 years

Applicant must also:

• Possess strong I.T skills and familiar with financial systems
• Be able to work under pressure to meet deadlines
• Be able to complete at least one term of 4 years before attaining the compulsory retirement age of 60

Location: Somanya

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants who meet the requirements for above advertised vacancy should kindly submit 7 copies of application package comprising the following:

• Application Letter
• Updated Curriculum Vitae
• True Certified copies of certificates and relevant transcripts
• 3 sealed referee’s reports
• Two-page vision statement

The application package should be sent to the following address:

The Secretary
Search Committee Mount Mary College of Education
P.O.Box 19
Somanya, E/R

Closing Date: 23 November, 2020

{St. Louis College of Education,Kumasi,Full-Time,GH,Degree,4 years,30 Nov-2020};

The position/Job Description

• The Internal Auditor is the head of the College’s internal audit unit and provides independent, objective and consulting services designed to add value and improve the College’s operations.
• He/she also provides a systematic and disciplined approach to evaluate and improve risk management control and governance processes of the College.

The Internal Auditor shall:

• Ensure the establishment and operation of an efficient and effective internal financial control system;
• Vet all proposed expenditures to ensure compliance with laid down internal control systems and other statutory requirements;
• Assess the extent to which assets are accounted for and safeguard losses;
• Monitor and ensure that expenditures incurred have been authorized and are within budgetary provisions;
• Liaise with the external auditors to ensure that appropriate actions are taken on reported audit findings;
• Draw the attention of the Principal and the Finance Officer to deficiencies in the system with recommendation for remedies; and Discharge any other assignments that the Principal shall deem necessary.

Qualification Required & Experience

The applicant must:

• Hold a good first degree and a master’s degree in Accounting or Finance;
• Have a professional qualification in the relevant fields and be a member of a relevant professional body as well as a member of the Institute of Internal Auditors;
• Have served as a Deputy Internal Auditor in a College of
• Education or comparable grade in a institution/organisation for at least four (4) years; similar
• Have strong intellect, be analytical, critical, result-oriented, innovative and visionary:
• Have proven emotional stability and integrity;
• Possess strong I.T. skills and familiar with financial management framework;
• Exhibit a high sense of industry, leadership qualities and organisational skills;
• Be able to work under pressure to meet deadlines; and
• Be able to complete at least one term of four (4) years before attaining the compulsory retirement of sixty (60) years.

Location: Kumasi

How To Apply For The Job

Prospective candidates should submit applications with the following:

• Application Letter
• Up-to-date curriculum vitae indicating names and addresses of three referees
• Copies of educational and other professional certificates

Please note:

• Candidates should request 2 referees to submit sealed reports on them directly to the address below
• 6 copies sets of the application dossier must be submitted in hard copies
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Applications should be submitted in hard copy and address to:

The Chairperson
Search Committee
St. Louis College of Education
Post Office Box 3041
Kumasi – Ashanti

Or For clarification, send via email to:

[email protected]

Closing Date: 30 November, 2020