Posts Tagged ‘Auditing Jobs in Ghana’

Job Vacancy For Internal Auditor At Jayee University College

Posted on: April 8th, 2015 by Ghana Jobs

{Jayee University College,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 Apr-2015};

Jayee University College (formally Jayee Secretarial Institute, established in 1987) currently runs six degree programmes – Accounting, Secretaryship and Management, Marketing with Advertising, Human Resource Management, Public Relations and Journalism, and five diploma programmes – Accounting, Secretaryship and Management, Marketing with Advertising, Public Relations with Advertising, and Journalism. All the programmes are fully accredited  by the National Accreditation Board. The University College also runs short courses in Management, Accounting, Public Relations, Journalism, French and English Language.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   First Degree in Accounting or Accounting Professional

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants should submit application letters, statements of research and teaching interests and experiences, academic certificates, transcripts, copies of publications, professional qualifications and most recent curriculum vitae, and three letters of reference to the following address not later than Wednesday 15 April 2015

The Registrar
Jayee university College
P o box os 672
Osu – Accra

Email: registrar@juc.edu.gh

Closing Date: 15 April, 2015

Job Vacancy For Internal Auditor

Posted on: April 1st, 2015 by Ghana Jobs

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

A reputable Financial Institution is looking for:- Internal Auditor

Qualification Required & Experience

•   (5) fives years of experience in a rural banking setting, a must
•   Minimum qualification of HND

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants should e-mail their applications and CVs to:-

asomsam@gmail.com

or mail:-

P.O.Box MP 3804
Accra

Closing Date: 14 April, 2015

Job Vacancy For Internal Audit Manager At Millennium Development Authority (MiDA)

Posted on: March 26th, 2015 by Ghana Jobs

{Millennium Development Authority (MiDA),Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 Apr-2015};

The Government of Ghana was declared eligible for a poverty reduction grant from the Millennium Challenge Corporation (“MCC”), a United States Government Agency. In connection therewith, the Government submitted Concept Papers to MCC, and after a successful outcome of due diligence, and the availability of funds, has resulted in a Compact between the Government and MCC pursuant to which MCC would provide a five-year, multimillion dollar poverty reduction grant to the Government of Ghana (a “Compact”). The Millennium Development Authority (MiDA) will be responsible for the management of the implementation of the Compact. Subject to the terms and conditions of the Compact, related agreements, and the availability of funds, the Government intends to use a portion of the funds provided through the Compact to procure professional personnel in MiDA to assist the Government with the management and implementation of the Compact programme in a transparent, timely, effective, efficient, results-oriented and fiscally sound manner.

Roles and Responsibilities

•   Assist the Internal Audit Director in preparing audit plans for the semi-annual funds
accountability statement audit.
•   Assist in establishing a plan for auditing the operation and program activities of the MiDA
that focuses on the identification and control of risk, improvements in the efficiency and
effectiveness of operations and programs, and compliance with external laws and regulations
and internal policies and procedures.
•   Assist in conducting audits based on the plan.
•   Communicate audit results to appropriate program managers.
•   Assist in following up on audit recommendations to ensure corrective actions are taken.
•   Assist in the evaluation of internal control systems, especially those relating to financial
management.
•   Ensure the recommendations of the external auditor are implemented, as appropriate.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   An undergraduate degree in accounting or auditing.
•   A minimum of five (5) years of experience working as a public accountant, and management
accountant, an auditor, or internal auditor.
•   Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in applying the principles, techniques, practices
and procedures of an internal audit function; developing sound internal controls for financial
and operational programs; developing remediation programs where controls have been found
deficient; developing risk assessment instruments and communicating to program managers
how to assess risk in their respective areas.
•   Ability to achieve results while working under pressure.
•   Ability to evaluate automated financial accounting system and to develop methods for testing
system controls.
•   Ability to use office software such as Microsoft Office products.
•   Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Applications should be sent by e-mail addressed to jobcode330315@mida.gov.gh

Citizens from any country will be considered, however, preference will be given to applicants with extensive working experience, knowledge of and/or living in Ghana. Knowledge of the Ghanaian economy, financial systems, development plans, priorities, interventions and programmes is highly valued. To receive consideration, applicants must include

i. their curriculum Vitae of not more than (four) 4 pages stating their qualifications and experience, providing three professional references, contact phone number(s) and e-mail address(es) by which they can easily be reached,
ii.   a cover note (one page maximum) explaining what the applicant envisions as the challenges of the position applied for and how their experience and education would allow them to meet those challenges.

For further details on the roles and duties of the post, especially with regard to the principal accountabilities, applicants are advised to look at the MiDA website at www.mida.gov.gh/compact2

Applications must be sent by e-mail addressed to the job code shown against each post and must be received by MiDA no later than midnight on Monday, 13th. April, 2015.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Telephone and fax enquiries on submitted applications will not be entertained. Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. Shortlisted applicants may be required to attend a number of screening interviews

Closing Date: 13 April, 2015

Job Vacancy For Internal Auditor

Posted on: March 16th, 2015 by Ghana Jobs

{Confidential,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,31 Mar-2015};

A reputable banking and financial services training, consultancy and research institution is seeking to engage the services of Internal Auditor.

Job Profile & Description

The Internal Auditor has the responsibility to scrutinize books of the institution as well as its financial management process. The auditor has to make sure that the processes and procedures are in compliance with ethical standards, legal statutes and corporate policies.

Duties and Responsibilities

•   Evaluate and examine policies, procedures and systems in the institution
•   Review the policy and procedures compliance in the institution
•   Conduct regular audits of financial controls and management systems to evaluate the integrity and reliability of information and financial reports
•   Identify data errors, unaccountable transactions, faulty or inefficient processes and make recommendations for corrective action
•   Communicate to management audit findings and explore suitable solutions
•   Be part of the internal control development initiatives
•   Ensure procedures and practices relating to procurement and other expenditure outlays provide value for money

Skills and specification

•   Detailed oriented, conscientious, ethical and self-driven
•   Team working spirit with the interpersonal skills to establish and maintain the required effective working relationship
•   Good communication and report writing skills
•   Practical knowledge in Sage 300 (Accpac Accounting Software)

Qualification Required & Experience

•   First Degree in Accounting or related discipline plus professional qualification in accountancy
•   3 – 5 years auditing experience. Working experience in an auditing firm shall be an added advantage

Age: Between 35 – 45 years

Remuneration: Attractive and Negotiable

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Application together with detailed curriculum vitae, copies of relevant certificates and the names and addresses of three referees should reach the email address below:-

debbie_college@yahoo.com

Closing Date: 31 March, 2015

Job Vacancy For External Auditor At Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA)

Posted on: March 11th, 2015 by Ghana Jobs

{Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA),Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,31 Mar-2015};

The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA), Ghana, is an NGO operating in Ghana. As Principal Recipient (SR),ADRA Ghana has received a grant for HIV/AIDS related activities from the Global Fund, and intends to apply a portion of the budgetary allocation to fund eligible payments under the contract for the services of external auditor to obtain a professional opinion on the financial position of the project

Scope:
The audit will be carried out in accordance with the International Standards on Auditing (ISA), and will include such tests and controls as the auditor considers necessary under the circumstances.

Qualification Required & Experience

The applicant must:

•   Be included on an accredited list of auditors of a recognised donor with operations in the country.
•   Be an independent firm, free from conflicts of interest with ADRA Ghana;
•   Be professionally competent and have experience in planning and conducting audits of this nature;
•   Be eligible to practice as an external auditor and express audit opinions pursuant to the laws, rules and other requirements in Ghana.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Further information may be obtained at the address given below from 8:00 to 16:00 hrs.
Eligible firms may contact the Director (F&A) either by phone or email specified below to obtain proposal forms between the hours of 8:00 and 16:00 from Monday to Friday. Closing date is Wednesday, 25 March, 2015.

The Director (F&A)
R O. Box GP1435, Accra
21 Osu Avenue, Ringway Estate, Osu,
Accra-Ghana

Phone:+233-302-220-779
Fax    :+233-302-220-243,
Email: calarmie@yahoo.com

Closing Date: 25 March, 2015

Job Vacancy For Assistant Internal Auditor At Anglican University College of Technology

Posted on: March 11th, 2015 by Ghana Jobs

{Anglican University College of Technology,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,31 Mar-2015};

Job Description

The Assistant Internal Auditor is responsible for setting up the internal audit unit of the University College and shall implement roles including:

•   Assessing and reporting on the adequacy of controls relating to payments and receipts to secure value for money.
•   Determining the reliablity, accuracy, completeness and adequacy of the accounting and financial reporting systems regarding various units of the University College.
•   Evaluation of operational procedures to determine whether results are consistent with established objectives, goals and planned programmes.
•   Ensuring that the University College has a sound system in the place for achievement of set objectives in its strategic plan.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Applicants must have a good first degree in Accountancy (B.Com. B.Sc. Admin., Accounting option) in addition to the following:
•   Membership of a recognized professional body such as ICAG, ACCA, CIMA.
•   Three years post qualification experience in auditing.
•   Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance will be an added advantage.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Candidates who meet the above criteria should forward their materials (Application letter, curriculum vitae, copies of certified academic and professional certificates) not later than March 31, 2015, to:

The Registrar
Anglican University College of Technology
P.O. BoxTN 1167,
Teshie Nungua Estates,

Closing Date: 31 March, 2015

Job Vacancy For Head, Internal Audit & Compliance

Posted on: March 2nd, 2015 by Ghana Jobs

{Confidential,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,31 Mar-2015};

A Non-Bank Financial Institution invites applications from experienced, highly motivated, proactive and resourceful persons to fill the position of: HEAD, INTERNAL AUDIT & COMPLIANCE

•   To assess and report on the extent of compliance with laid down policies and procedures.
•   To ensure that financial transactions are properly accounted for and to report to the Audit Committee and Management on weaknesses in operational procedures and control systems.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

•   Ascertain the effectiveness and efficiencies of established policies and procedures and make recommendations for corrective action and review
•   Review departmental compliance to rules, business ethics, internal guidelines and principles.
•   Review on monthly/quarterly basis all operational reports and recommend changes to Management.
•   Prepare and execute Audit Plans and programs and ensure their approval by the Board
•   Review all filing and documentation systems
•   Report on the adequacy of system and operational procedures and make recommendations
•   Investigate and report frauds and irregularities
•   Institute effective and efficient system of internal controls to safeguard the financial, material and other assets of the company.
•   Pre-audit of all loan disbursements and also ensure all conditions of loan approvals are adhered to.
•   Review monthly bank reconciliation statements and report on same
•   Carry out any duties that may be assigned by Management and, or the Board

Qualification Required & Experience

•   First degree in Accounting / Finance plus qualified membership of a recognized Professional Accountancy body i.e.ICA (GH), ACCA, ICA (E&W), CIMA (UK)
•   A minimum of 5 years post qualification professional experience, at least 3 years in a Management position.

WORK-BASED COMPETENCIES:

•   Knowledge in Financial and Operational management of a Finance House or Universal Bank.
•   Good knowledge of the Banking Act, Non Banking Act and AML Act
•   Good analytical skills and judgment
•   Good written and oral communication skills
•   Computer literacy skills

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

•   Ability to promote team work
•   Exhibition of high sense of integrity
•   High level of commitment and professionalism
•   High level of maturity

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

All interested qualified persons should submit their application letter and CV to:

search.job2014@gmail.com

Closing Date: 20 March, 2015

Job Vacancy For Head of Audit At Kwaebibirem Rural Bank Limited (Eastern Region)

Posted on: February 23rd, 2015 by Ghana Jobs

{Kwaebibirem Rural Bank Limited,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,31 Mar-2015};

A reputable Rural Bank in the Eastern Region is seeking qualified persons for the following key position:- Head of Audit

Job Purpose

•   To carry out audit of the Bank’s operation to ensure that transactions are undertaken on sound financial basis and in conformity with internal control systems and procedures, regulations, approved manual, budget and policies with the view of protecting the assets of the Organisation

Duties & Responsibilities

•   Develop internal audit system, manual, plan and work programmes
•   Plan and execute audit manual, plan and programme
•   Review on continuous basis, existing systems, practices and controls (including bank reconciliations, loan files, account opening and closing procedures) with the view of bringing out weaknesses and recommending innovations for improved financial operational and management efficiency
•   Ensure compliance with established internal control procedures by examining records, reports, operating practices and documentation
•   Verify assets and liabilities by comparing items to documentation and bring variances to management and Board’s attention
•   Monitor the timely implementation of management actions to recommendations in audit reports
•   Carry out investigation and specific assignments on request by Management and the Board
•   Prepare and submit quarterly reports on work performed during each quarter for management attention
•   Any other duty that may be assigned by Management and the Board

Technical Competencies

•   Knowledge in Financial regulations (Banking act, company code, etc.) as well as accounting and audit standards
•   Excellent knowledge about banking systems, knowledge in T-24 is advantage
•   Ability to assess both manual and electronic operations of the Bank and evaluate them critically

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Degree in Finance, Accounting or related discipline / Working experience in Auditing will be an added advantage
•   Final professional certificate in Internal Audit/Finance/Accounting
•   Minimum of Eight (8) years experience in Banking preferably rural and community banking with three (3) years in senior management position

Location: Eastern Region

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants are to submit their  applications through:-

The General Manager
Kwaebibirem Rural Bank Limited
P.O.Box 21,
Assuom, Head Office

Or email to:-

gmkwaebibiremruralbank@gmail.com

Closing Date: 05 March, 2015

Job Vacancy For Manager, Internal Audit At Volta Lake Transport Company (VLTC) – (Akosombo)

Posted on: February 17th, 2015 by Ghana Jobs

{Volta Lake Transport Company (VLTC),Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,31 Mar-2015};

The Volta Lake Transport Company (VLTC), whose mission is to promote viable, safe and efficient lake transport services to link the northern and the southern sectors of Ghana for the socio-economic development of the country and to facilitate both internal trade and sub-regional trade with landlocked neighbouring countries

JOB FUNCTION
The head of Internal Audit is responsible for effectively leading the internal audit team.

JOB DESCRIPTION

•   Lead or assist with the planning, design, and execution of internal audits to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, identify risks related to audit areas, determine compliance with policies, procedures and regulations, and make recommendations for improvement.
•   Conduct effective interviews and perform observations to gather relevant information.
•   Prepare detailed audit objectives, audit plan, audit programmes to support findings, and audit conclusions.
•   Collect, review, and analyse audit evidence.
•   Review and evaluate the work of others
•   Develop more complex audit issue and strive to ensure that recommendations are viable and accepted by management.
•   Prepare and submit audit reports periodically.
•   Proactively communicate audit progress to the audit

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A degree in Social Science, Accounting or Finance from a reputable University or any other related discipline with ten (10) years professional experience.
•   Have strong IT Skills and working knowledge in accounting packages

In Addition, the Candidate must

•   Have demonstrated ability to provide leadership and guidance to staff
•   Be a team player, a good negotiator, with demonstrated ability to motivate staff and encourage participation in decision-making process.
•   Have a strong analytical, supervisory, interpersonal and communication skills.
•   Be energetic, proactive, dedicated, performance-driven and capable of working under stress

Location: Akosombo

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants with the requisite qualifications and experience may apply, giving detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of their certificates, together with testimonials from two referees, both of whom must be professionally connected with their work, and a contact telephone number, to reach the

Managing Director
Volta Lake Transport Company (VLTC)
P. O. Box 75
Akosombo

Closing Date: 03 March, 2015

Job Vacancy For Internal Auditors (Eastern Region)

Posted on: February 17th, 2015 by Ghana Jobs

{Confidential,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,31 Mar-2015};

A reputable Financial Institution in the Eastern Region of Ghana invites prospective applicants to apply for the position of:- Internal Auditors

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A good first Degree in Finance/Accounting
•   Professional qualification in ACCA, ICA (GH)

Location: Eastern Region

How To Apply For The Job

Applicants should send their CVs and cover letter by post to:-

P.O.Box K593
Kanda, Accra

Closing Date: 02 March, 2015