{Abidjan-Lagos Corridor Organization (ALCO),Cotonou-BENIN,Full-Time, GH,Master Degree,5 years,22 Dec-2015};

Job title: Internal Auditor
Supervision: ALCO Governing Board
Contract duration: Two (02) years, renewable
Job start date: February 1, 2016
Work place: Cotonou (BENIN)

Background and Justification

•   The Abidjan-Lagos Corridor Organization (ALCO) is sub regional intergovernmental organization which was established in 2002 with the mission of reducing HIV impact on interregional trade in West Africa. In fact, in view of the increase of migrations on main roads and fostering economic growth, the Heads of States of member countries namely the Ivory Coast, Ghana, Togo, Benin and Nigeria put in place this organization to facilitate road transit and transport as well as the development and implementation of a sub regional HIV/AIDS response.

•   During its first ten (10) years of service provision, ALCO largely contributed to the improvement of border posts environment and hospital infrastructures from Abidjan to Lagos, STIS and AIDS treatment, as well as the reduction of travelers’ transit time.

•   Within the framework of the New Funding Mechanism, the Global Fund (GF)grant allocated to ALCO took new directions. This grant focuses on a gradual transition of HIV prevention services to national programs and a reposition of interventions toward strengthening community system as well as the defense of human rights. The grant covers the period from 2016 to2018.

•   Aware of the challenges in the framework of the implementation of this grant, ALCO undertook actions in order to efficiently manage the resources which will be made available in the framework of this funding. To this effect, ALCO is recruiting an Internal Auditor who will be based at ALCO’s headquarters in Cotonou/Benin.

Description of duties

Under the supervision of ALCO’s PGB to whom (s)he is accountable through the chair, the internal auditor:

Plans and conducts audits/investigations of activities, processes or operations carried out on the grant funds:

•   Review the activities and processes to understand the nature of the operations, procedures and related internal controls in view of determining operational risks;
•   Review the activities and processes to understand the nature of the operations, procedures and related internal controls in view of determining operational risks;
•   Develop the annual audit plan from the mapping of risks that all activities and grant operational processes are exposed;
•   Determine the scope, nature and timing of audit activities;
•   Design audit procedures and programs;
•   Hold introductory meetings with corporate process owners concerning audit and program risk issues;
•   Share the internal audit charter with corporate process owners, the Coordination and any concerned actor before any internal audit mission;
•   Keep up to date all records of internal audit for supervision missions;
•   Determine to which extent established internal controls are effective and efficient in view of preventing and/or detecting errors and irregularities;
•   Check the accuracy of accounting and financial data of the program, SR and others ;
•   Detect and prevent irregularities and fraud by conducting unannounced investigations or upon request from PGB Chairman;
•   Advise the Coordination on the issues of accounting, reporting, monitoring and compliance with rules in view of preventing errors and irregularities;
•   Organize post-evaluation meetings with the Coordination and corporate process owners to discuss the conclusions and recommendations of the internal audit;
•   Ensure compliance with ALCO’s manual of administrative, accounting and financial procedures;

Prepares audit reports and submits them to PGB

•   Express opinions on the relevance, efficiency and effectiveness of established control and procedures systems in view of achieving set goals and recommend corrective measures to improve both operations and internal control;
•   Produce a quarterly report on major risks and pertaining recommendations;
•   Ensure the monitoring of internal audit recommendations implementation to correct the weaknesses in internal controls;
•   Submit an annual report on the internal control of the Program, the strengths, weaknesses, and the updating of risks and recommendations matrix;

Examines the Program financial statements and audit reports:

•   Serve as a focal point or interface for external audit missions;
•   Give an opinion on external audit reports and propose an action plan with appropriate timetable in view of implementing the audit recommendations;
•   Ensure the implementation of recommendations action plan for the external audit;

Qualification Required & Experience

Required profile and competence

•   The incumbent must hold a minimum Master Degree in Audit, accounting, accounts management or any other related field of education;
•   Must have at least 5 years of professional experience in the area of audit or accounts management, in an accounting firm or internal audit department of a company or an internationally funded project;
•   A professional experience in health project management is an asset;
•   Must have good experience in the formulation and implementation of risk-based audit plans;
•   Must have thorough knowledge of rules and techniques of auditing projects and programs funded by international partners;
•   knowledge of procedures of Global Fund for AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria is an asset;
•   Must have strong interpersonal skills, (analytical and communication skills.Good command of writing skills and peculiar attention to details; strong integration capacity) ;
•   Highly self-directed,communicative, available, diligent, punctual and honest;
•   Must have excellent command of software applications commonly used; Excel, Word, PowerPoint, MS projects, accounting software, etc.
•   Ability to communicate fluently in English and or French, have good working knowledge of the other language;

Location: Cotonou (BENIN)

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates should send a Curriculum Vitae, a letter of motivation, a copy of their degrees, three professional references and their expected salary range to:-

ci.recruitment@deloitte.com

Closing Date: 22 December, 2015

Only preselected candidates will be contacted.

{Confidential,Volta Region,Full-Time, GH,N/A, 3 years,21 Dec-2015};

A reputable rural bank located in the Volta Region is seeking to recruit for the services of the following banking professional with relevant experience in the financial industry: Internal Auditor

Job Summary

Reporting to the General Manager, this person will have the following duties and responsibilities:

•   Regular development of risk-based audit plan and resource estimates consistent with organisational goals
•   Ensure efficiency of internal control systems
•   Assessment and supervision of all audit works
•   Supervision and Submission of monthly audit reports
•   Ensure adherence to all tax and other responsibilities as required by Bank, Board and Bank of Ghana
•   Development and establishment of professional internal audit practices consistent with professional auditing practices framework
•   Advises the General Manager and the Board on any matter relating to the internal audit, organizational risk management, controls and governance.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Professional qualification in Accounting with minimum of 3 years working experience
•   University degree in Accounting/Finance
•   HND Accounting with 5 years working experience in the finance industry
•   Ability to apply Accounting and audit standards
•   Ability to understand business/technical processes to identify risks, develop and execute audit procedures.

Location: Volta Region

How To Apply For The Job

Interested persons should send a current resume and covering letter with scanned copies of relevant certificates via email to:-

vruralbankjobs@gmail.com

Closing Date: 21 December, 2015

{Confidential,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Degree,5 years,30 Dec-2015};

A reputable financial institution is recruiting for the services of the following professional:- Head of Internal Audit

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A minimum of a degree with the relevant professional qualification
•   A minimum of 5 years work experience in the relevant position

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Send CVs to:-

applynewjobs15@gmail.com

Closing Date: 30 December, 2015

{Cape Coast Polytechnic,Cape Coast,Full-Time, GH,Masters Degree, 10 years,18 Dec-2015};

Applications are invited from qualified persons to fill the following position in the Polytechnic:- Internal Auditor

Duties:

The Internal Auditor is a high level independent corporate executive with overall responsibility for the Internal Audit. He/She shall be responsible to the Rector for the following duties:

•   Monitors, reports and ensures compliance with the relevant statutory requirements.
•   Liaises with the internal Audit Agency to promote best practices in internal auditing in the Polytechnic
•   Develops internal audit charter, staffing norms and guidelines for implementation of audit in line with statutory requirements
•   Liaises with other monitoring units to review Polytechnic’s security, ethics, environmental and other operations to ensure effective and efficient management
•   Evaluates and reports on adequacy of internal control systems
•   Oversees the functional activities of all divisions/department/units within the internal Audit Office

Qualification Required & Experience

Candidates for the position must have a good educational background and an extensive work experience, including the following:

•   Must be a Chartered Accountant and hold a Master’s degree in relevant field (eg. Accounting (PhD will be an added advantage)
•   Must have at least 10 years post-qualification work experience in a tertiary institution, industry, or any relevant public service organization, at least years of which must be in auditing
•    Must show high qualities of sound judgement, initiative, resourcefulness, precision and professionalism in their area of specialization
•   Must have unquestionable integrity and exhibit a high sense of industry
•   Must have a strong sense of responsibility and possess very good leadership and team skills

Terms of Appointment:

•   The appointment, which is full time shall be for 4 years in first instance, and may be subject to renewal for another 4 years
•   The candidate must not be more than 55 years
•   The conditions of service and salary are very attractive.

Location: Cape Coast

How To Apply For The Job

Mode of Applications:

•   Interested candidates must submit applications accompanied by two (2) copies of their Curriculum Vitae
•   A two-page Vision Statement outlining the applicant’s vision for the Internal Audit Office of Cape Coast Polytechnic and strategies in achieving them
•    Candidates must also request three (3) referees to submit reports on them directly to the Chairman, Search Committee for Finance Office

Applications must be sent under registered and confidential cover and marked “Postion of Internal Auditor” to:

The Chairman
Search Committee for Internal Auditor
C/O Ag. Registrar
Cape Coast Polytechnic
P.O. Box AD 50
Cape Coast

Or send a soft copy of their documents to:-

jobs.jaleem2015@gmail.com

Closing Date: 18 December, 2015

{Confidential,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Bachelors Degree, 5 years,16 Dec-2015};

A leading automobile company is seeking to employ an:- Internal Auditor

Key Responsibilities

Identify key areas of risk within the company and propose appropriate controls to mitigate the risks

•   Conduct periodic internal audits to assess the adequacy, effectiveness and efficiency of the company’s control systems
•   Formulate audit reports in line with the approved audit plan
•   Discuss audit findings, recommendations and report significant issues to management
•   Monitor the timely implementation of Management’s actions recommended in the audit reports
•   Provide Management with an opinion on the adequacy, effectiveness and efficiency of the internal control systems in the organization

Qualification Required & Experience

•   The candidate should hold a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics. Should hold a professional qualification in auditing
•   Should have five years experience in auditing
•   Good knowledge of organizations structures, company’s risk management and internal controls
•   Demonstrate excellent analytical skills in proposing well-founded decisions
•   Excellent communication and listening skills with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of management
•   Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants should send their application letters and CVs to:

ghhr.jobber@gmail.com

Closing Date: 16 December, 2015

{Abokobi Area Rural Bank,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Degree, 5 years,15 Dec-2015};

Applications are invited from suitably qualified Ghanaians for the position of: Internal Auditor

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Degree in Accounting or any relevant discipline with
•   At least five (5) years banking experience with at least two (2) years auditing experience in a bank.

OR

•   ACCA Part II, CA Part II or ACIB holder with seven (7) years banking experience including two (2) years auditing experience in a bank.

In addition to the above, the applicant should have:       

•   Sound knowledge of banking, Banking Law and Practice.
•   High sense of responsibility and results-oriented working attitude.
•   Age Limit: Not below 45 years.
•   Applicants with Rural Banking experience and good working knowledge in T24 Microsoft Office suite will have additional advantage.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Applications and detailed CVs with copies of Certificates must be personally delivered at the Bank’s Head Office at Abokobi:-

Abokobi Area Rural Bank Limited
P.O Box LG 20, Legon-Accra

Closing Date: 15 December, 2015

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

{Local Government Service Secretariat (LGSS),Accra,Full-Time, GH,Masters Degree, 06 years,17 Dec-2015};

The Local Government Service Secretariat (LGSS) in fulfillment of its mandate of ensuring the effective and efficient day-to-day administration of the Local Government Service (LGS) and in accordance with the Local Government Service Act 2003, Act 6,56 is seeking highly successful and result-oriented persons to fill the following positions:

Job Purpose:
To advise Management on the effectiveness of risk management controls, and governance processes designed to add value to the Service.

Job Summary:

•   Provides reliable assurance and consulting services to management on the effectiveness of the control system in place to mitigate risk and promote the control culture of the institution;
•   Reviews and updates audit programs;
•   Provides technical leadership in setting up of a functional Audit
•   Report Implementation Committee (ARIC);
•   Reviews and ensures the execution of annual risk based audit plan;
•   Reviews audit assignments conducted;
•   Leads, controls and directs activities of the IAU;
•   Oversees the performance of internal audit review;
•   Reviews and submits internal audit reports for the consideration of management;
•   Designs and implements an effective internal audit system;
•   Submits annual reports on the performance of the IAU;
•   Ensures the development of the capabilities, skills and knowledge of staff;
•   Appraises direct reports; and
•   Undertakes any other tasks that may be assigned,

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Masters degree in Finance, Accounting, or relevant discipline;
•   Must be a Chief Internal Auditor in the Local Government Service with a minimum of 15 years progressive working experience of which at least 6 years must be in a Senior Management level; and
•   Member of a relevant professional body

The ideal candidate must have:

•   Excellent analytical skills;
•   Excellent Verbal and written communication skills;
•   Good interpersonal skills;
•   Substantial expertise in Public Sector Management and Local
•   Government Policy Administration;
•   Leadership and Managerial skills; and
•   Literacy in information & Communication Technology (ICT)

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Indicate the position being applied for in the application and at the back of the envelope. Attach copies of:-

•   Educational certificates;
•   Professional certificates;
•   Curriculum vitae indicating the addresses of three (3) referees of which one must be professionally related

Submit the application before close of work on Thursday 17th December, 2015 to:

THE HEAD OF SERVICE
LOCAL GOVERNMENT SERVICE SECRETARIAT
P.O. BOX MB 396, MINISTRIES
ACCRA,GHANA

Closing Date: 17 December, 2015

{Presbyterian University College,Abetifi-Kwahu,Full-Time, GH,Degree, 5 years,30 Dec-2015};

The Presbyterian University College, Ghana a faith-based and multi-campus University College invites applications from qualified and competent professionals to fill the following vacant position as: Director of Internal Audit

•   The Director of Internal Audit is the Head of the Directorate of Internal Audit and shall report directly to the Vice-Chancellor or to Council.
•   He shall perform all customary functions of an Internal Auditor.

Duties/Responsibilities

The Director of Internal Audit shall:

•   Assess, evaluate and promote compliance with the University’s internal policies
•   Provide professional advice on internal controls and participate in enhancing internal audit standards and practices within the University
•   Supervise the review and verification of records to ensure compliance with standards, policies and procedures
•   Recommend, as and when necessary, actions to improve:

1) Financial reporting
2) Compliance with laws and regulations and
3) Internally developed policies and procedures

•   Establish techniques to discover and prevent fraud
•   Identify and define Audit Thrust Areas based on risk assessment

Qualification Required & Experience

Candidates seeking appointment to this position must:

•   Possess a researched postgraduate degree in Accounting related area of specialization
•   Be a member of a recognized professional accounting body e.g ICA, ACCA, CIMA etc. in Ghana or abroad.
•   Have at least five (5) years experience as a Deputy Finance Officer/Deputy Internal Auditor in a university or an analogous institution.
•   Have at least ten (10) years post-qualification experience as a professional accountant in a recognised tertiary institution, a practicing firm, industry, commerce or public practice.
•   Have considerable knowledge of a university set up

Location: Abetifi-Kwahu

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants must obtain Application Forms from the

Human Resource Section,
Presbyterian University College, Ghana,
Okwahu Campus,
P. O. Box 59,
Abetifi

or visit our website below:

www.presbyuniversity.edu.gh

•   Submit ten (10) copies of at least a two-page vision statement of how he/she intends to manage the Directorate he/she is applying for
•   Submit ten (10) copies of his/her updated Curriculum Vitae
•   Submit at least, four recent pass pori photographs.
•   Contact addresses and telephone numbers of Three Referees

All completed Application Forms together with relevant supporting documents and Curriculum Vitae should be submitted to the

Registrar
Presbyterian University College,
Ghana

Closing Date: 30 December, 2015

{Gbi Rural Bank Limited,Hohoe-Volta Region,Full-Time, GH,HND or Degree, 3 years,17 Dec-2015};

The above rural bank is currently going through a complete overhaul and resuscitation. The bank therefore is seeking to  employ highly motivated, dynamic honest and experienced individuals to form its management team to turnaround operations within the shortest possible time.:- Internal Auditor

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

•   To ensure the efficient working of the Internal Control System in the bank.
•   Ensure the integrity of daily transactions through random and snap checks.
•   Supervise all audit work in the bank.
•   Rectify all audit queries from the External Auditors, the Bank of Ghana and ARB Apex Bank Ltd.
•   Examine records of the bank to ascertain their genuineness with a view of eliminating fraud.
•   Pre-audit all major purchases.
•   Ensure the bank satisfies all its tax and social responsibilities.
•   Plan audit programmes and assist Bank of Ghana
•   Examination Team and External Auditors on assignments at the bank.
•   Develop Internal Control questionnaires and other tools necessary for the effective operation in the bank.
•   Submit Audit reports monthly to the Audit Committee and quarterly to the Board with copies to the General Manager (GM) if need be.
•   Report to the Board.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Professional qualification in Accounting with three (3) years working experience
•   University degree in Accounting with three (3) years working experience.
•   HND Accounting with five (5) years working experience in rural banking. Last position held
•   should not be below an Assistant Accountant’s Grade.
•   Good knowledge of T 24 and Microsoft Office application.

Location: Hohoe, Volta Region

How To Apply For The Job

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

The Consultant,
P. O. Box HH389,
Hohoe V/R

Closing Date: 17 December, 2015

{Organisation Development (OD) Institute,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,27 Nov-2015};

Job Summary

•   The Head of Internal Audit shall be responsible for reviewing in accordance with accepted professional standards and determining the adequacy of internal records, efficiency of the policies and procedures and to ensure adherence to applicable laws and regulations.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants should call us:-

0243-139977 / 0302-945083

Fur futher information and application procedure, kindly visit:-

www.ODInstitute.edu.gh

Closing Date: 27 November, 2015