{Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa (FARA),Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, 5 years,27 Nov-2015};

The Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa (FARA) is an umbrella organization bringing together and forming coalitions of major stakeholders in agricultural research and development in Africa. FARA complements the innovative activities of national, international and sub-regional research institutions to deliver more responsive and effective services to its stakeholders. It plays advocacy and coordination roles for agricultural research for development, while the national agricultural research systems (NARS), advanced research institutions (ARIs) and international agricultural research centres (IARCs) develop and promote the adoption of improved technologies and policies along the research-to-development continuum in their respective countries and jurisdictions. Since it was established in 2002.

INTERNAL AUDITOR: Ref: FARA/adv./IA/01/2015

The FARA Secretariat is committed to accounting for any and all funds made available for its work. To meet this commitment, the Secretariat requires a sound Internal Auditing system which will provide evidence-based reports and assessments of the Secretariat’s effectiveness to expend the funds available to it and meet its goals and objectives. The FARA Secretariat therefore requires a strong continuous internal auditing and is therefore seeking to fill a vacancy for an internal auditor who reports directly to the Executive Director in his capacity as Secretary to the Board of Directors and will perform among others the following duties:

•   Review transactions, documents, records and reports to ensure compliance with relevant policies and procedures.
•   Perform audit of transactions to ensure value-for-money
•   Develop and maintain an Internal Audit Standard operating procedure
•   Undertake periodic risk assessments
•   Provide independent appraisal of FARA’s policies and procedures to ensure adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls.
•   Prepare audit reports to the Executive Director with appropriate recommendations for remedial actions where they are required.
•   Follow up on the status of implementation of audit recommendations and advise management accordingly
•   Conduct any special reviews or tasks requested by the Executive Director, provided such reviews and tasks do not compromise the independence or objectivity of the internal audit function.

Compensation

FARA offers competitive terms of employment. FARA is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Full Professional Accounting Qualifications to final level e.g. CPA, ACCA or equivalent;
•   Over 5 years of experience in auditing or related accounting practice preferably within an international organization engaged in research or development.
•   The candidate must demonstrate experience and competency with the implementation of sound internal controls systems, multi-currency financial reporting and multiple donor grants.
•   Good working experience in latest versions of Sun Systems is essential. Familiarity with the World Bank and EU-support grants and funding mechanisms (e.g. MDTF), international development and current issues in international aid and finance mechanisms is a plus.
•   Excellent knowledge of fund accounting, including reporting requirements of major donors and development partners is

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Qualified candidates are invited to submit via email comprehensive Curriculum Vitae together with a motivation letter and names/contact details of three referees to:

Dr. Yemi Akinbamijo,
Executive Director,
FARA,
PMB CT 173,
Cantonments,
Accra, Ghana.

Email:

recruitment@faraafrica.org

Closing Date: 27 November, 2015

NB

•   Please use the reference code for the position as indicated above as your subject in sending the email. This also applies to your application letters.
•   Due to anticipated high volume of applicants, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applications which do not meet the stated criteria will be rejected.

FARA Affirmative Action Statement on Employment

There is no discrimination on the basis of gender race, religion, ethnic orientation, disability or health status

{Public Services Commission,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Masters Degree, 1 year,04 Nov-2015};

Duties and Responsibilities:

•   Prepare internal audit reports for the agency.
•   Provide inputs and proposals for the update of standards, procedures and guidelines for internal audit activities in the agency.
•   Identify, review and ensure the implementation of the annual work base plan of the agency.
•   Provide assurances that the effectiveness of control systems is in place to mitigate risks.
•   Monitor the implementation of ARIC decisions and recommendations.
•   Ensure the effective implementation of internal control systems of the agency.
•   Assist in the design and implementation of appropriate training programmes for staff in the internal audit unit of the agency.
•   Review the execution of programmes and activities of the agency, and recommend corrective actions and risk management measures, where necessary.
•   Serve as a member of Audit Report
•   Implementation Committee of the agency.
•   Prepare and submits annual and other audit periodic reports on the agency.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A minimum of a Master’s Degree in Social Science or a related discipline from an accredited tertiary institution.
•   Must be a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana (ICA, GH) or a recognized professional accounting body.
•   Must have a minimum of one (1) year post- qualification relevant work experience in a reputable organisation.

Competencies and Skills:

•   Good leadership,
•   Decision- making,
•   Communication,
•   Report writing and analytical,
•   High integrity and ethical values.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested qualified persons should forward their applications, together with their Curriculum Vitae and photocopies of their certificates, to the under-mentioned address, not later than two weeks from date of publication

THE SECRETARY
PUBLIC SERVICES COMMISSION
P. O. BOX GP 1618
ACCRA

Closing Date: 04 November, 2015

{Initiative Development Ghana,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, 5 years,31 Oct-2015};

Initiative Development Ghana FNGO (ID Ghana – www.idghana.org) is a financial NGO established in 1998 to provide financial & non-financial services to the productive poor in deprived areas. ID Ghana brings “social microfinance” services to the poorest communities across greater Accra by coupling microloan and savings financial services with social support, training, group support and health insurance access. Through these services, ID Ghana hopes to empower beneficiaries to improve their socio-economic conditions. From one head office, five service centres and two points of service covering most of the deprived areas of greater Accra, ID Ghana serves 12,000 beneficiaries with 55 committed and dedicated staff members.

Job Summary

ID Ghana seeks to employ a Ghanaian national for the following position: Internal Auditor

Main Duties

•   Reporting to the General Manager and in conjunction with ID Ghana’s governance structure, the Internal Audit and Risk Manager is mainly responsible for assisting management in assessing, tracking and measuring risk, and putting into place effective mitigation measures.
•   He/she will manage internal control and governance processes through independent, objective monitoring and consultative activities which are designed to add value and improve the organization’s operations. A secondary role is to conduct compliance audit when controls deemed insufficient.
•   The Auditor will also conduct or sanction special investigations when irregularities and suspicious practices are detected.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Higher qualification in any of the following: Business / Finance, Management / Project Management or Development-related discipline
•   Knowledge of the living and working conditions faced by Ghana’s poorest communities and passion for improving them
•   Basic knowledge of social microfinance or other poverty alleviation methods
•   A minimum of 5 years working experience, with at least 3 of those years at a similar or related position
•   Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and data management/analysis
•   Ability to communicate in Ga and Akan/Twi; additional local languages is a plus
•   Knowledge of banking/financial business operations and risk-based auditing
•   Ability to manage projects and supervise auditors to follow sound internal control practices and to manage risks appropriately
•   Understanding of internal auditing standards and ability to fully comply with standards
•   Demonstrated leadership capacity and ability to work independently, lead a team and bring new ideas
•   Must be very dynamic and have excellent communication and organisational skills

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

To apply, send a cover letter detailing the qualifications you have for this specific position, your CV (including contact telephone numbers and e-mail address) and 3 professional references to:

Info.idghana@gmail.com  with “IA” as reference in the subject

Closing Date: 31 October, 2015

{African Development Bank,Ghana,Full-Time, GH,Masters Degree, 5 years,30 Sep-2015};

Objectives

The objectives of the Internal Audit Division, Office of the Auditor General is to provide Management with independent and objective appraisals and audit information on the Operations of the Bank. The Division is responsible for ensuring the systems of the internal controls maintained by the Bank are adequate and effective to safeguard its assets, the reliability, accuracy and integrity of management information systems and related policies, plans, procedures and records and their adequacy to effectively accomplish intended objectives. The Division shall appraise the economy and efficiency with which resources are employed to meet objectives and recommend improvements as required for achievement of such objectives; ensure compliance with governing Bank agreements, rules, regulations, policies and procedures in order to ascertain that the objectives of the Bank are accomplished, detect and prevent irregularities and abuses by conducting investigations at the request of the President and the Boards of Directors, ensure the implementation of audit recommendations to correct reported internal control weaknesses and/or deficient conditions and advice management of the risks (s) assumed of not taking corrective action on reported findings and recommendations.

Duties and responsibilities

Under the General supervision of the Manager, the Internal Auditor :

Plans and conducts audit/investigations of assigned activities or operations relating to the Operational functions of the Bank:

•   Reviews functions and activities to determine the nature of operations, procedures, and related internal controls to achieve established objectives;
•   Determines the scope, nature and timing of audit activities;
•   Designs audit procedures and programs;
•   Holds opening conferences to communicate with auditees on issues related to the audits;
•   Prepares audit planning memoranda for the Auditor General’s approval;
•   Determines the adequacy and effectiveness of established internal control to prevent and/or detect errors and irregularities;
•   Determines the accuracy of financial information and the other disclosures provided;
•   Directs, counsels and instructs audit assistants in the performance of audit assignments and ensure compliance with time schedule;
•   Advises management on an ongoing basis, on Operational controls and compliance issues to prevent costly errors and irregularities;
•   Holds exit conference with auditees to discuss audit findings and recommendations.

Prepares audit reports and submits them for the Auditor General’s approval:

•   Expresses opinions on the adequacy, effectiveness and efficiency of the systems, control procedures in place to achieve established objectives and recommend corrective actions to improve operations, enhance internal control and reduce cost;
•   Provides advisory services to other Bank’s Organizational Units as requested by the Manager and or/ the Auditor General.
•   Undertakes ad hoc assignments as requested by the Manager and or/ the Auditor General.

Qualification Required & Experience

Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience

•   At least a Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration and/or an internationally recognized Professional Accounting/Auditing Qualification (“Expert comptable” Chartered/Certified Public Accountant designation).
•   A minimum of 5 years of auditing experience in an internationally recognized professional accounting firm or an international Financial Institution.
•   Sound knowledge and auditing experience of operational and financial instruments and information systems such as SAP/R3 system, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Integrated Audit Approach would be of a comparative advantage.
•   Good interpersonal, communication and analytical skills.  Demonstrated writing skills and attention to detail.
•   Ability to communicate effectively in English or French with a good working knowledge of the other language.
•   Proficient in the use of the Bank standard softwares: Excel, Word, Power points; MS projects, Access, Visio, etc.
•   Proficiency in the use of computer Aided Audit Tools like ACL, PENTANA, Teammate, etc.

Location: Ghana

How To Apply For The Job

Interested and qualified candidates should

Click Here To Apply Online

Closing Date: 30 September, 2015

Only applicants who fully meet the Bank’s requirements and are being considered for interview will be contacted. Applicants will only be considered if they submit an online application, and attach a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). The African Development Bank is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply

{Academic City College,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Degree, N/A,30 Oct-2015};

The Governing Council of Academic City College hereby announces the vacancy for the following position to be filled in on or before 22nd December 2015.

The College
Academic City College is a Tertiary College approved by National Accreditation Board, Ghana and is located in Accra. The college invites applications from suitable candidates to fill in the following position.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Candidate must have Degree in Accounting/ Finance or Professional qualifications from ICAG/ ACCA/ CIMA.
•   Preference will be given to candidates having relevant experience in Auditing of an Academic Institution or Mid-Size company.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Please mail your resume on info@accghana.com with mention of position applied for in the subject line.

OR You can also drop your applications at our campus

The HR Officer,
Academic City College,
Ring Road Central,
PO Box: AD 421, Adabraka, Accra.

Contact us at: +233- 302253630/31
+233-289542433/289779268 for additional information.

Closing Date: 30 October, 2015

{Confidential,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Masters Degree, 10 years,30 Sep-2015};

We are an investment banking institution, with the aim of providing world class financial services. The company needs to fill the following vacant positions with highly motivated professionals who have a passion for achieving results:- Head, Internal Audit

Job Summary

Reporting to the Managing Director, the ideal candidate will be required to establish effective and independent internal audit systems to support the management of the company. The selected candidate will also be required to plan, supervise and report all internal audits and make appropriate recommendations.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

•   Ensure the company’s internal control systems work accurately and efficiently and comply with the required statutory procedures
•   Prepare annual internal audit plan based on risk assessment.
•   Review existing internal control systems, develop and execute a comprehensive audit programme for the company
•   Conduct pre-audits of all transitional activities, produce periodic audits and investigation reports as well as post investment review and special investigations
•   Monitor all contract, budgets and accruals as appropriate for the company
•   Ensure that documented procedures and policies exist in departments and are complied with
•   Conduct internal control evaluation and risk assessment in accordance with corporate and statutory rules and regulations
•   Ensure organizational objectives are achieved economically, efficiently and effectively
•   Review of the company’s assets, financial, operational and information systems

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Must possess a Master’s Degree in Business Management or similar discipline with at least ten(10) years auditing experience
•   Must be ACCA / ICAG / CIMA Chartered. Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) certification will be an added advantage
•   Demonstrate high-level technical skills in internal control and auditing techniques
•   Knowledge of information systems and technology audits
•   Excellent verbal and written communication, planning and organizing, leadership, organizational and problem-solving skills
•   Good report writing and presentation skills

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants should send their application and CV (including two referees) to The Head of Human Resource via email:-

aorecruitments@gmail.com

Closing Date: 30 September, 2015

{Confidential,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Degree, 12 years,08 Oct-2015};

A leading financial institution seeks to fill some vacancy and invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the following position:- Head, Internal Audit

Reporting directly to Board Audit and Risk Assurance Committee and Administrative reports to the Managing Director

Main Responsibilities include

•   Providing assurance on efficiency and effectiveness of operations required for the achievement of the Bank’s objectives
•   Providing risk driven audit, consulting and advisory services to Management and the Board of Directors.
•   Alerting Management on areas of business disruptions, major infractions and potential operational loss events.
•   conducting effective risk based Internal Audit and Assurance Activities
•   Minimizing financial losses (fraud, income leakage regulatory penalties, provision on other assets, inefficient processes and controls, litigation costs, armed robbery.
•   Ensuring Zero penalty on customers complaints
•   Providing accurate, complete and timely report rendition to Board and all levels of management
•   Reviewing the reliability and integrity of financial and operating information and mean used in identifying, measuring, classifying and reporting such information
•   Reviewing management and financial information systems including electronic information systems and electronic banking services for better upgrades performance

Qualification Required & Experience

•   First Degree, higher degrees/Professional certification in ICA or ACCA

Experience

•   Minimum of 12 years experience in General banking and Audit

Relevant Skills / Competencies

•   Administration and management skills
•   Visionary mind
•   It and computer appreciation
•   Communications skills (written and oral)
•   Attention to detail
•   Reasoning and analytical skills
•   Conceptual skills

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Send you cover letters and CVs by email to:-

hrmroles@gmail.com

Closing Date: 08 October, 2015

{Confidential,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 Aug-2015};

We are a reputable financial institution seeking to engage the services of an experienced, self-motivated personnel to occupy the position of an Internal Audit Manager.

Role Summary

To help the company accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes. He will coordinate, monitor and facilitate compliance with existing laws, rules and regulations. In addition, will advise the board of directors and management of the systems, risk management and it controls.

Job Responsibilities

•   Reviews operations and transactions of the institution that could adversely affect the well-being of the institution;
•   Oversees and coordinates the implementation of the compliance system of the institution to existing regulations which includes the compliance program;
•   Requires the management of the institution to implement and maintain appropriate internal control procedures and management information systems;
•   Performs an Audit of the financial statement of the institution to detect irregularities and illegal acts in the conduct of the company business;
•   Ensures compliance to established risk management framework, inclusive of policies, procedures and controls and consequently, ensures compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements;
•   Evaluates the effectiveness, efficiency and economy of the institution’s operations;
•   Provides investigative services to line management;
•   Develops and submit to Board Audit Committee an annual internal Audit plan that outlines the activities to be undertaken by Internal Audit department during the year;
•   Submit a written audit report to the Board Audit Committee, preferably before every scheduled Board Meeting;
•   Prepares and assist in the execution of the external audit as well as in examinations to be conducted by government regulatory agencies;
•   Ensures implementation of issues raised by the external auditor’s management letters;

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Minimum of 5 years audit experience in a similar position or auditing environment;
•   Minimum of first degree in accounting related field.(B.Com / BSc (Administration)preferred);
•   Fully qualified ACCA or CA;
•   Computer expertise especially in IDEA auditing tool, MS Word, MS Excel and PowerPoint.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Application letters with CVs should be sent by email to:

audpost3@gmail.com

Closing Date: 31 August, 2015

Please note that only those who meet the requirements of this position should apply and only short listed candidates would be contacted.

{Confidential,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 Aug-2015};

A reputable financial institution is searching for:- Audit Officer

Qualification Required & Experience

•   He/She should have a minimum of 3 years banking experience
•   Have a first degree and be a member of any professional accounting / financial body

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Applications should be send to:-

csservices22@gmail.com

Closing Date: 14 August, 2015

{Ghana AIDS Commission,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 Aug-2015};

The Ghana AIDS Commission implementing the New Funding Model (NFM) with Global Fund Grant has vacancies for the under listed positions. The Commission therefore invites applications from suitably qualified Ghanaians who are goal-oriented and result-driven to apply for consideration. The NFM under Global Fund project is for a period of two and half (21/2) years.

Job Purpose

To assist in establishing and managing internal control systems forthe efficient utilisation of the resources of the Commission.

The Internal Auditorwill report to the Principal Internal Auditor.

Duties and Responsibilities:

•   Assists in audit of sub-projects
•   Monitors implementation of internal control measures
•   Follows up on significant findings from audits
•   Assists external auditors in conducting audits
•   Prepares periodic audit reports
•   Assists in safeguarding fixed Assets
•   Assists in carrying out risk assessment
•   Perform any other tasks that may be assigned by the supervisor

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A first degree in Business Administration (Accounting) or Part II of the Professional qualification in accountancy from a recognised institution such as ACCA, ICA (Ghana), CIMA, CPA or’ its equivalent;
•   A minimum of three (3) years relevant post qualification experience.
•   Experience with multi-donor accounting and funding procedures.
•   Knowledge of public service administrative and financial regulations;
•   Relevant practical experience in auditing.
•   Must be proficient in the use of computer and internet.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Applicants together with detailed CVs and copies of certificates are to be submitted to the address below within seven days from the date of first publication:

The Director-General
Ghana AIDS Commission
4th Floor, Ghana Olympic Committee Building
Adjacent Ridge Hospital

Tel: 0302-919263 / 0302-919259

Email: vacancy@ghanaids.gov.gh

Closing Date: 28 July, 2015