{PWC Ghana,Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,15 years,21 Sep-2021};

The Organisation is a financial services institution with the objective of increasing access to finance for Ghanaian enterprises, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Our client also provides wholesale financing/lines of credit and partial credit guarantees to eligible financial institutions.

On behalf of our client, we now invite applications from experienced professionals for the following vacancy: Chief Internal Auditor

Role Summary

The Chief Internal Auditor would:

• Work with the Board and Management to develop the organisation’s internal audit strategy aligned to the overall corporate strategy and regulatory requirements;
• Lead strategy implementation and provide objective assurance over internal control and risk management policies established by the Management; and
• Serve as a trusted advisor to the Board and Management on all internal audit and related issues.

Qualification Required & Experience

• Minimum of 15 years’ post-graduation experience in Internal Audit within Financial Services or related sector with at least 8 years in managerial role
• Minimum of a first degree in Fraud/Risk Management, Finance, Accounting, or related discipline.
• A Master’s degree is an advantage
• Relevant professional certification and membership of a recognized professional associations in Ghana or abroad is required
• Experience in providing strategic leadership in internal audit for a financial services or similar organization in a developing economy
• Detailed knowledge and understanding of legal and regulatory environment for the financial sector (e.g.. BoG requirements)
• Evidence of excellent leadership, goal achievement, stakeholder engagement, professionalism, networking, and collaborative skills.

Additional expertise in one or more of the following areas will be an advantage:

• Information Technology
• Strategy and Organisational Design
• Leadership and Human Resource Management o Environmental. Social, and Corporate Governance (ESG).

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

To apply, interested candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter to:

[email protected]

The role being applied for should be the subject of the email.

Closing Date: 21 September, 2021

{Confidential,Accra,Full-Time,GH,HND / Degree,N/A,03 Oct-2021};

A reputable company is looking for interested persons to fill the position below: Internal Auditor

Qualification Required & Experience

• Degree or HND in Accounting or Finance
• Age: 25 – 32 years

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidate should send their CV and cover letter via WhatsApp:

0242-108428

Closing Date: 03 October, 2021

{Aqua Safari Resort,Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,5 years,06 Sep-2021};

Aqua Safari Resort is seeking to recruit Internal Auditors

Qualification Required & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance
• A professional certification and a member of a recognized professional body (CIA,ACCA, ICAG, CIMA, CPA) is a must

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• 5 years and above of experience in similar position
• Proven teamwork and problem-solving abilities
• Possess excellent communication skills
• Able to pay attention to detail and excellent analytical skills
• Possess a high level of professionalism, integrity and truthfulness in all dealings
• Possession of sound independent judgment
• Possess strong knowledge of auditing standards, procedures, laws, rules and regulations
• Possess advanced skills in computer applications, i.e Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other accounting software
• Ability to test for audit findings and write audit reports professionally

Attributes

• Leadership
• Teamwork
• Communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Reliability
• Critical thinking
• Honesty and integrity

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates should submit their application letters, CVs, copies of certificates to:

[email protected]

Closing Date: 06 September, 2021

{Institute of Accountancy Training (IAT),Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,4 years,16 Sep-2021};

The Institute of Accountancy Training (IAT), under the Ministry of Finance was established in 1970 to provide in-service training in Public Administration, Public Sector Accounting and Public Sector Financial Management for the Ministry’s as well as the civil and the public services’ staffs.

The Institute, currently undergoing restructuring needs to strengthen its administrative structure to help implement the reforms. Applications are therefore invited from qualified officers for the following vacancy:

Job Title: Internal Auditor

Job Summary

• The successful applicant will be responsible for supervising audit team to effectively undertake audit assignments to add value to the Institute.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Receive audit working papers.
• Review draft internal audit report.
• Draft proposal for the update of procedures and guidelines for internal audit function in the Institute.
• Lead Audit team to undertake assurance engagements and investigation of records of the Institute.
• Make recommendations in the design and implementation of appropriate training programmes for staff in the Internal audit unit.
• Monitor the performance of subordinates and submit report.
• Coach, mentor and provide on-the-job training to subordinates.

Qualification Required & Experience

• A Bachelor’s Degree or its equivalent from a tertiary institution.
• A post-graduate qualification in auditing or accounting or related field of specialization and or
• A certified Internal Auditor or Accountant with the CIA/ICA/ACCA/CPA/CIMA membership.
• A minimum of 4 years post qualification relevant work experience in professional auditing and/or accounting in a reputable public or private sector organisation.
• Be computer literate.
• Must have completed statutory National Service
• Must pass a competitive selection interview

Required Skills and Competencies:

• A good knowledge of auditing techniques
• Excellent decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent report writing skills
• Emotional stability and ability to cope with pressure
• Good knowledge of public sector operations

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Applications and CVs together with relevant supporting documents should be forwarded to:

[email protected]

Closing Date: 16 September, 2021

not later than two weeks after this publication stating the job title applying for in the subject area.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

{Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences,Accra,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,17 Sep-2021};

The Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences, Ghana’s premier learned society seeks an experienced and highly motivated Internal Auditor.

Job Description

• The Internal Auditor will work with the Internal Auditor at post, to ensure that the Academy complies with internal regulations and established control protocol.

Key Responsibilities and Tasks:

• Ensure that the Academy complies with internal regulations and established control protocol
• Collect and analyze data to detect weak controls, duplicated efforts, waste, fraud or non -compliance with laws, regulations and management policies
• Inspect account books and accounting systems for efficiency effectiveness and use of accepted accounting procedures to record transactions
• Monitor the Academy facilities to ensure their safety, security and maintenance
• Reconcile documentation with actual inventory or assets to ascertain accuracy .
• Participate in meetings with individuals and departments to update auditees on findings and the audit process
• Prepare reports and preserves documentation pertaining to audits for internal record
• Present summarized findings on coming audit results and trends for internal groups
• Analyze audit results to determine methods for improving performance
• Make recommendations for the best ways for the Academy to reduce waste
• Assess best financial practices for the Academy and make relevant informed suggestions
• Keep up to date on audit procedures and regulations
• Develop audit plans and performs initial and follow-up audits in accordance with professional standards
• Evaluate audit findings, prepare and present results of audit work and recommendations to management
• Establish exemplary relationships with personnel in all departments
• Perform any other duty assigned by the Executive Secretary

Qualification Required & Experience

• Masters in Accounting Finance, or Business Administration with Auditing experience
• Must have at least five years of relevant experience
• Good attention to detail and excellent analytical skills
• Good organization and time-keeping skills
• Ability to think objectively, assess and evaluate risk and implement solutions
• Excellent reporting skills
• Accounting software skills
• Microsoft Office Suite software skills
• Ability to analyze and solve problems
• Ability to effectively communicate accounting information, policies, and/or procedures in a manner easily understood by the customer
• Ability to analyze processes and make recommendations for improvements

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

All applications should be addressed and emailed to the honorary secretary:

[email protected]

Closing Date: 17 September, 2021

{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