{CARE International,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Degree, 3 years,22 Mar-2016};

CARE works in 87 countries around the world to support over 900 poverty-fighting development and emergency projects.

Our Mission
To serve individuals and families in the poorest communities in the world

Our Vision
We seek a world of hope, tolerance and social justice, where poverty has been overcome and people live in dignity and security.

Job Summary:

•   In a team environment, using innovative approaches, act as a business partner of management (SLT and Audit Committees) in identifying and addressing control and efficiency needs.
•   The auditor will do this by working with management to identify risks and inefficiencies associated with achieving management’s objectives; assessing the adequacy of controls to reduce identified risks or improve efficiency; and recommending controls or other activities to efficiently reduce these risks.
•   This position is responsible for testing transactions, reviewing the level of control and safeguarding of all assets, evaluating and recommending improvements in efficiency and effectiveness of all systems and procedures, investigating the impact of fraud, and suggesting improvements to systems, policies, and procedures that govern all of the above.
•   The Internal Auditor will perform tasks for new systems/procedures/functions, areas of high risk, and areas with undefined/poorly defined systems.

Key Responsibilities:

•   Prepare and document preliminary procedures and share with appropriate stakeholders
•   Conduct entry meeting with appropriate staff to explain the purpose and scope of audit
•   Collect and assimilate data, assess processes and controls.
•   Evaluate means of safeguarding resources, efficiency and effectiveness of operations.
•   Evaluate compliance with applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures, reliability of financial and operational information.
•   Draft observations and recommendations for areas tested and discuss with appropriate level of management to assure agreement and develop creative solutions to issues identified.
•   Keep staff informed (on a timely basis) about progress of work and important issues arising
•   Preparpe a concise and clear final report with findings, recommendations and implementation dates.
•   Develop and document a tracking system to followup on implemenation status and on a monthly basis, submit to CD.
•   Conduct special audits and assignments requested by management, ensuring that requests are based on appropriate risk assessment and present key findings and issues at SLT meetings on a quarterly basis,
•   Maintain knowledge of cutting-edge audit tools and CARE’s operations, operating environment, internal and external risks, and best practices.
•   Keep up to date, via CARE USA and other CI member audit departments, and any regional audit forums, to gain better understanding of areas to be audited and to identify risks and opportunities, industry trends, and benchmarks.
•   Keep current on relevant developments within CARE concerning Finance, Information Services, Human Resources, Fundraising, and Program.
•   Keep current on developments in the areas of general accounting, auditing, non-profit issues, and government regulations.
•   Maintain expertise in donor rules and regulations (USG, EU, CIDA, Danida, DFID, etc)
•   Evaluate the existing control systems in CO to determine areas of risk.
•   Prepare and keeup updated an annual audit risk map, as per CARE USA standards.
•   Based on assessment of risk, determine audit plan and calendar for the year, updating the plan when changes in risk occur.
•   Prepsent plan and calendar and any updates to CD and Accra-based audit committee for approval.
•   Develop and document the strategy, procedure and tools used to  conduct audits, including audit checklists, based on CARE USA guidance.
•   Identify, in the course of audits, training and capacity development needs of staff (finance, admin and program) and provide such training or identify how it can be provided. Provide support to Sub office Audit when required.
•   Coordinate external audits including audits by CARE USA and other CI members
•   In collaboration with the Finance Controller, prepare the terms of reference for external audits required by donors.
•   Liaise with CARE USA internal audit department, other CI members and audit firms regarding donor audit requirements.
•   Coordinate verification of audit findings and recommendations and when necessary, liaise with the regional unit for validation or review of critical audit questions;
•   Monitor and report to management and audit committees on implementation status.
•   Facilitate preparation of CARE USA internal audits, in coordination with finance controller, admin/HR manager, CD and other staff.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A minimum qualification of first degree in accounting or finance and/or ACCA, CA or similar qualification
•   Masters in Accounting  or Finance will be an added advantage
•   At least three years of internal control/audit experience with an internal or external audit is required.
•   Experience with an international NGO or international organization (USAID, EU, DANIDA, UN) is desirable.
•   Demonstrated ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor his/ her own work
•   High degree of accuracy to ensure correctness of financial information
•   Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
•   Good understanding of concepts, methods and principles of internal auditing
•   Some familiarity with US Government or other (EU, CIDA, etc) rules and regulations applicable to non-profit organizations
•   Excellent organizational and communication skills are essential as is attention to detail, team work, customer services and the ability to work in a large, complex international organization
•   Operational flexibility is required to meet sudden and unpredictable business needs
•   Ability to prepare reports and articulate emerging issues and defend recommendations
•   Is at ease and works well in a multicultural and diverse environment; Strong interpersonal skills
•   Works with minimum supervision , is  proactive and has a personal drive
•   Ability to manage multiple tasks in fast paced working environment.
•   Problem Solving -What has to be done is known, but how to do is not always defined.
•   The incumbent must have interpolative skills to pick and choose the right strategy to address a given problem.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates should submit their applications and detailed CVs to the HR Officer, CARE International in Ghana or electronically to:-

hr.ghana@co.care.org

Closing Date: 12 March, 2016

•   PLEASE INDICATE CLEARLY IN THE SUBJECT LINE THE POSITION YOU ARE APPLYING FOR.
•   Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

OUR DIVERSITY IS OUR STRENGTH; WE ENCOURAGE PEOPLE FROM ALL BACKGROUNDS AND EXPERIENCES, PARTICULARLY WOMEN, TO APPLY

{Confidential,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, 5 years,24 Mar-2016};

A reputable company in the insurance industry wants a young enterprising person for appointment to fill the above position immediately.

Duties & Responsibilities

•   Perform an annual risk assessment of the business and continuous monitoring of the plan based on tisk analysis of the critical processes
•   Develop and effectively execute an internal audit plan for the business by proactively managing competing priorities
•   Perform corporate, operational and regulatory audits of functional areas and report significant issues related to processes and controls, including risks inherent in and potential improvement to, those processes and controls
•   Appraise the effectiveness and efficiency of key controls and to assist management in identifying ways to improve them
•   Assist in the development of corporate policies and procedures
•   Review quarterly and annual financial statements, to ensure their reliability and compliance with relevant Accounting Standards, the Insurance Act and Companies code.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A good first degree in Accounting
•   Postgraduate course in Business Administration will be an added advantage
•   Computer literacy with spreadsheets, word processing and must be familiar with automated accounting systems
•   At least 2 – 3 years experience in the financial industry

Skills Specification

•   Minimum 5 years experience in audit
•   Strong knowledge in induct audit procedures, accounting policies, information systems and risk management
•   Experience as a proactive and solutions oriented business professional with the ability to interface with all levels of management across business units and functions
•   Computer literacy with spreadsheets, word processing and must be familiar with enterprise solutions
•   A good first degree in Accounting, Finance or related major
•   ICA / ACCA or significant progress towards certification

Salary: Attractive

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Applications together with CV and names of two referees should reach the following e-mail address two weeks from date of publication.

bizjobs2011@gmail.com

Closing Date: 24 March, 2016

{Institute of Chartered Accountants (Ghana),Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, 4 years,28 Feb-2016};

The Institute of Chartered Accountants-Ghana is the professional accountancy body established by an Act of Parliament to regulate accountancy and audit practice in Ghana.

ICAG is a body corporate established by law, which among others, regulates the practice of Accountancy in the country, including certifying persons who can practise as auditors. It is committed to strengthening the accountancy profession, improving support for members and safeguarding public interest.

Responsibility:

The Assistant Audit Manager reports directly to the Audit Manager and / or the Consultant Head Reviewer and shall perform all relevant functions as directed by the Audit Manager and the Consultant Head Reviewer including but not limited to the following:

•   Organising sensitisation and orientation programmes to educate practitioners on the review process;
•   Conducting quality assurance reviews;
•   Communicating quality assurance review findings to the auditees, after review by the Audit Managers and/or Head Reviewer.
•   Preparing quality assurance review reports;
•   Recommending remedial actions / or sanctions as appropriate; and
•   Conducting follow-up to ensure recommendations have been properly implemented

Remuneration: The position attracts a good and competitive package.

Terms Of Engagement: The successful candidate will be engaged on a permanent basis.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A chartered Accountant and a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants (Ghana).
•   A qualified accountant who has worked in a practicing firm with not less than 4 years post-qualification experience in statutory audit, or a qualified accountant who has worked in a practising firm for more than six (6) years, two years of whlch should be post-qualification experience in the statutory audits.
•   Experience in leading an audit team
•   Excellent Reporting Skills
•   Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suit

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

For further enquiries contact:

The Chief Executive Officer,
The Institute of Chartered Accountants (Ghana)
P. O. Box 4268, Accra

Office Location:

Okpoglo, East Legon on Trinity Theological
Seminary – IPS Road

Tel: 0544-336701-2, 0277-801422-4

Email: icaghana@gmail.com / info@icaghana.com

Closing Date: 28 February, 2016

{Confidential,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Degree, 3 years,22 Feb-2016};

Job Purpose

•   To identify the risk areas of the company and develop strategies to mitigate losses, by ensuring that systems of internal controls instituted by management, financial or otherwise are effectively maintained and to safeguard the assets of the company

Internal Relationships:

•   Branch Managers, Branch Operations Managers, Head Office Unit Heads

Main Duties:

•   Assist in the planning and organising periodic visit as per the Department’s quarterly/yearly programme to all branches, head office departments to evaluate the implementation of board’s and management policies and procedures.
•   Regular visits to Branches for thematic audit to ensure the adherence of internal controls and to monitor the implementations of all the recommendation previously reported by both external auditors and that of internal audit.
•   Assist in the preparation of annual / periodic budget including schedule of trips to be approved by the Department Head for consolidation in the Main budget
•   Assist in audit investigations as may be directed from time to time
•   Identify any risk areas that may be prove to leakages and suggest remedies to whet the risk appetite of management
•   Ensure timely submission of periodic reports
•   Assist in daily monitoring of operational and financial transactions, review of daily/weekly/monthly branch reports and reconciliations
•   Periodically undertake IT Risk audit to ensure the safety of company data and to avoid any third party interference

Qualification Required & Experience

•   1st degree with professional certificate in Banking/Accounting or an MBA in banking / finance with 3 – 5 years auditing experience in a banking environment
•   Level III of CA (GH) with 6 years experience in a reputable auditing firm or with a banking institution
•   An experience in IT audit environment is prerequisite.

Other Qualities or Requirements

•   Integrity
•   Report writing skills
•   Interpersonal / Communication skills

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates should send their CVs and applications to:-

csservices22@gmail.com

Closing Date: 22 February, 2016

{Evangelical Presbyterian College of Education,Amedzofe-Volta Region,Full-Time, GH,Degree, 4 years,29 Feb-2016};

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the following position: Internal Auditor

Duties and Responsibilities

•   In general, the Internal Auditor will provide an independent, objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value and improve the College’s operations.

Qualification Required & Experience

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

Location: Amedzofe, Volta Region

How To Apply For The Job

For any of the position above, interested applicants must submit two copies of comb bound documents comprising:

•   Letter of application
•   Copies of academic and professional certificates
•   Curriculum vitae with names, postal and email addresses of three (3) referees
•   A two page statement of the applicants vision for the position and strategies for achieving this vision

The application documents including letters of reference from each of the referees mentioned must be sent under registered and confidential cover by mail or courier service to:

The College Search Committee Secretary,
E.P College of Education,
Post Office Box 12,
Amedzofe

Closing Date: 29 February, 2016

{Metropolitan Insurance Company Limited (MET),Accra,Full-Time, GH,Degree, 3 years,19 Feb-2016};

An excellent opportunity for a proactive person to join a well-established insurance company as: Internal Auditor Officer

As the Internal Audit Officer, you will undertake audit assignments as requested by the Head of Internal Audit to ensure a thorough and independent appraisal of the operational activities of the company in a professional manner.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

•   Provide input to the development of the overall Audit Plan
•   Conduct financial, operational and compliance audits in accordance with prescribed audit standards and ensure that statutory regulations, rules, policies and agreements are adhered to
•   Periodically conduct detailed reviews of the company’s financial statements and the supporting notes and schedules to ascertain the fairness of balances of accounts as presented and in conformity with IFRS
•   Prepare audit planning memorandums for assigned audit engagements, write draft audit reports in a clear, concise and timely manner including implementable recommendations which have been discussed with and agreed by the Auditee
•   Supervise other audit staff and assist in the training programmes of the department
•   Perform other related duties as required, including carrying out management audits, special studies, investigations and inspections.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   University Degree (preferably in Accounting)
•   At least Level I of ICAG, ACCA or CIMA.
•   A minimum of 3 years relevant experience in Audit related function
•   Should demonstrate ability to work in a highly collaborative environment
•   Exhibit excellent critical thinking, communication and project management skills
•   Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
•   Knowledge of IFRS reporting
•   Ability to systematically and logically analyse information
•   highly proficient in written and oral communication

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested persons should send a current resume, copies of relevant certificates and a cover letter to:

Head of people
P.O. Box GP 20084
Accra

OR

placement.insurance2013@gmail.com

Closing Date: 19 February, 2016

{ASA Savings and Loans Limited,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Degree, 3 years,20 Jan-2016};

The successful candidate will be responsible for all audit related activities and issues of the various ASA Savings and Loans Ltd. departments and branches to determine adherence to establish plans, policies, procedures and good business practices. ASA Savings and Loans Ltd is serving clients across Six Regions in the country in 93 business centres.

Responsibilities:

•   Shall be responsible for planning work on assigned segments of the audit; determine the extent of audit testing and working paper content.
•   Review transactions, documents, records, reports, processes and procedures and prepare audit working papers, recording and summarizing data
•   Develop and plan documentation addressing scope, audit objectives, budgeted hours, field work and reporting dates, audit personnel and assignment of work
•   Audit the activities of various departments for compliance with established plans, policies, procedures and applicable regulations
•   Preparing audit reports to the attention of management and discussions at the Board of
•   Directors meeting

Attractive package will be offered to the suitable candidate.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Minimum of first degree from a recognized institution
•   Must be a qualified accountant affiliated to a recognized professional body such as ICA (GH), ACCA, etc
•   3-5 years of financial accounting or auditing experience in managerial positions
•   Knowledge of the micro finance and savings and loans industry will be an added advantage.
•   Excellent communication and presentations skills especially in English
•   Proficiency in MS office (word, excel and power point)
•   Age limit should be not more than 40 years
•   Capacity to go on extensive field tour in operational regions/centers

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Apply to the Managing Director with detailed CV and photograph. Application should be sent to:

jobs.aslc@gmail.com

Closing Date: 20 January, 2016

{Nkoranza Kwabre Rural Bank Ltd,Akuma-Nkoranza,Full-Time, GH, Degree or Diploma, 5 years,21 Jan-2016};

Functions:

•   Develop and review internal control systems and procedures to ensure operational efficiency
•   Carry out pre-audit reviews, monitoring and budgetary controls
•   Undertake regular checks to ensure that the organisation’s assets are safeguarded

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A University Degree/Diploma (Agric, Accounting, Banking and Finance, Management, Commerce & Marketing) HND, GCE ‘ Level
•   Experience in Banking
•   Minimum of 5-10 year post-qualification experience

Location: Akuma-Nkoranza

How To Apply For The Job

Application with CVs, photocopies of certificates, reliable telephone numbers, name and addresses of two referees should be addressed to:

The General Manager
Nkoranza Kwabre Rural Bank Ltd
P. O. Box 97
Akuma-Nkoranza – B/A

Closing Date: 21 January, 2016

Please take not that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

{Mepe Area Rural Bank,Mepe-Volta Region,Full-Time, GH, BSc, 2 years,21 Jan-2016};

The Mepe Area Rural Bank is inviting applications from suitable persons for the following position:- Internal Auditor

Qualification Required & Experience

•   BSc Accounting/BCom/BSc Economics/BSc Statistics/BSc Mathematics with additional relevant professional qualification (at least  CA/ACCA/ACIB Part 2)
•   At least 2 years working experience

Location: Mepe, Volta Region

How To Apply For The Job

Suitable applicants should submit their applications and CVs to:-

The Manager
Mepe Area Rural Bank Limited
P.O. BOX 1,
Mepe, Volta Region

Closing Date: 21 January, 2016

{Africa World Airlines Limited,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, 10 years,18 Dec-2015};

Africa World Airlines Limited (AWA) is a young dynamic Ghanaian registered privately owned Airline formed with the sole vision of making air travel the preferred option for majority of travelers within the markets in which we operate. We are currently searching for experienced, passionate and target oriented personalities to fill the vacancy below: Internal Auditor

Department: Finance
Reports to: Co-Board Chairman
Job Type: Permanent

Job Purpose:

The Internal Auditor is responsible for executing internal audits for all departments of the company, The jobholder examines the company’s compliance with policies and procedures established by the board and shareholders, and rules and regulations set by the regulatory and government bodies and presents audit findings and recommendation to provide strategic direction to the company.

Key Accountabilities / Responsibilities

•   Design and update audit procedures and programs to guide the unit on the approach and methods to be used to conduct internal audits, assess controls, verify assets, inspect records and ascertain compliance, in accordance with the standards of the Professional Practice of Internal Audit, as applicable to Africa World Airlines (AWA)
•   Produce Monthly reports to the Board of AWA on your assessment of policies, procedures, programs and controls and make your recommendations to same
•   Determine the adequacy of audit coverage and the optimal use of human, material and financial resources to achieve the desired level of reasonable assurance to the organization
•   Monitor the implementation of recommendations raised in audit reports
•   Review the administration of programs and operational activities of AWA and recommend corrective actions
•   Supervise the preparation of quarterly internal finance audit reports in the organization, collate and submit same to the board
•   Carry out investigation and special finance audit assignments
•   Maintain a system of quality assurance to ensure that staff are adequately supervised and that work is adequately planned, co-ordinated, carried out and reviewed in accordance with established procedures
•   Bring to the attention of Executives/Board, opinions or suggestions that warrant serious consideration
•   Maintain the outcome of audits and evaluations in the strictest of confidence, subject to any legal of ethical requirements for disclosure to outside authorities
•   Provide the annual plans and budget of the audit department for inclusion in AWA’s annual plans, within specific time schedules
•   Communicate with the external auditor(s) on all significant matters, which will be brought to the attention of the Audit Committee
•   Perform any other official duties to be assigned by the CEO/Board from time-to-time

Competencies (Knowledge/Skills/Abilities)

•   Ability top track information from sources relating to a particular activity
•   Ability to stand his/her ground when seeking information
•   Ability to look for deficiencies in processes that may not be obvious
•   Good communication and analytical skills
•   Ability to write clear, concise, robust and balanced audit reports

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A chartered accountant from any of the professional institutions (CIMA/ICA/ACCA/CPA)
•   A post-graduate degree in Auditing, Finance, Management or related field
•   A minimum of ten(10) years practice in auditing in the private sector or a reputable audit firm, five (5) years of which must be a Senior Manager position
•   Must be a member of good standing with a recognised professional institution/body
•   Must have considerable strategic, interpersonal and analytical skills with a deep understanding and appreciation of the strategic and operational challenges in the Aviation Industry
•   Must be performance-driven and keen to achieve results.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Suitable and interested applicants should send their CVs and cover letters to:-

hr.admin@flyafricaworld.com

Closing Date: 18 December, 2015