{Confidential,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Jul-2013};

A reputable Fund Management Trust in the education sector invites interested persons to apply for the position of:- Internal Auditor

Duties and Responsibilities

•   To conduct internal control, evaluation and risk assessment to identify loopholes and areas requiring management intervention to  prevent frauds, embezzlements, misapproriations, misuse and wastage aimed at ensuring that the objectives of the organisation are achieved economically, efficiently and effectively
•   To prepare annual internal audit plan based on risk assessment including tasks, assignments and timeliness for completion of each task and main activities, personnel to be employed and reporting results of audit
•   To prepare special reports when asked for by the management on various aspects of fiancial management, including asset management and security, financial reporting, decision support systems, management information systems, etc.
•   To assist the organisation to engage an independent accounting firm to assess internal controls over contract management, payments and ex-post review of procurement, etc when required
•   To ensure that systems exist for generation of accurate and reliable, financial and other information
•   To ensure that adequate internal checks such as pre-audit, adherenace to policies and procedures as well as compliance with rules, laws and regulations are in place to conform to the internal audit agency act.
•   To communicate with the external auditors on all significant matters
•   To maintain the outcome of audits and evaluations in the strictest of confidence, subject to any legal or ethical requirement for disclosure to outside authorities
•   To perform any other duties assigned by the Administrator and Deputy Administrator from time to time

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana (ICAG) or a recognised professional accounting body (ACCA, ACMA, CIMA, or CPA)
•   A degree in Business Administration (Finance/Accounting Option), Commerce or related field from a recognised tertiary institution
•   A minimum of twelve (12) years post qualification working experience in professional auditing and/or accounting in a reputable public or private sector organisation, five (5) years of which must be at the Senior Management level in the public sector

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested persons with the qualification and experience should submit an application letter supported by the following:

•   Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) with contact telephone number and E-mail address
•   Names and addresses of two (2) referees
•   Photocopies of certificates
•   Evidence of current salary (bank advice, pay slip etc.)

The application should be addressed to:-

Advert No. GC 190
c/o Graphic Communications Group Limited
P.O.Box GP 742
Accra

Closing Date: 30 July, 2013

{Confidential,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Jul-2013};

We are in the hospitality industry in Accra and seek to recruit a competent Internal Audit Officer

Main Duties and Responsibilities

•   To plan, organise and carry out the internal audit functions
•   Daily auditing of production and sales of outlets operations
•   Daily auditing of front office,restaurant and kitchen activities
•   Assessing the effectiveness of internal controls and providing relevant recommendations for improvement
•   Monthly report on the findings and recommendations, and monitor management’s response and implementation of same
•   To work with management to put a system in place which ensures that all major risks of the hotel are identified and analysed, on daily, weekly, monthly and annual basis

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Must hold HND in Accountancy or part 2 of a Professional Accountancy Qualification of ICAG, ACCA, CIMA
•   Must have worked for at least 2 years in similar position

Skills, Abilities & Experience

•   Excellent presentation, spoken and written communication skills
•   Excellent interpersonal skills
•   Strong organisational, analytical and leadership skills
•   A minimum of 2 years post qualification experience in a similar position
•   Good understanding of accounting,financial reporting  and internal control policies and procedures
•   Familiar with audit process
•   Must have computer literate, able to handle presentation, be proficient in Microsoft Excel and Work
•   Ability to work independently and in teams, high accuracy, detail-oriented, strong critical thinking and analytical thinnking
•   Maximum age limit-30 years
•   Good knowledge of Quick Books Accounting Software is a plus

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested and qualified candidates should submit application, full CV including references, reliable email and cell phone number to:

audit_job@yahoo.com

Closing Date: 19 July, 2013

{Institute of Chartered Accountants (Ghana),Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Jul-2013};

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

The Institute established a Quality Assurance Review System which scope includes monitoring the quality of all statutory audits and other professional services delivered by its members.

The Institute has a vacancy for the position of Assistant Audit Manager in the Audit Quality Monitoring Department and invites applications from qualified candidates

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A Chartered Accountant and a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants-Ghana
•   A qualified accountant who has worked in a practising firm with not less than four (4) years post-qualification experience in statutory audits OR a qualified accountant who has worked in a practising firm for more than six (6), two years of which should be post-qualification experience in the statutory audits
•   Experience in leading an Audit Team
•   Excellent Reporting Skills
•   Excellent Computer skills (especially Microsoft Office Suite)

Responsibilities

The Assistant Audit Manager reports directly to the Audit Managers and / or the Head of Audit Quality Monitoring Team and shall perform all relevant functions as directed by the Audit Managers and the Head including the following:

•   Organising sensitisation and orientation programmes to educate practitioners on the review process
•   Conducting quality assurance review
•   Communicating  quality assurance review team’s 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

Term of Engagement

The successful candidate will be engaged on either contract basis for two years or permanent basis.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

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

Or Email:

icaghana@gmail.com   or  info@icaghana.com

www.icaghana.com

Office Location:

Okponglo, East Legon on Trinity Theological Seminary – IPS Road
Tel: 054-4336701-2  or  027-7801422-4

Closing Date: 17 July, 2013

{Confidential,Western Region,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Jul-2013};

A reputable financial institution in the Western Region is looking for qualified, experienced, dedicated and reliable persons to fill the following vacancy:- Internal Auditor

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and Part 3 of ICA (Gh)
•   Working experience: Must have at least 3 years working experience in the similar position as an Auditor

Location: Western Region

How To Apply For The Job

Applicants should address their application letters to:-

The General Manager
P.O.Box 43
Aiyinasi – Western Region

Email: tquayson@yahoo.com

Closing Date: 17 July, 2013

{Kumasi Polytechnic,Kumasi ,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Jul-2013};

The Deputy Director of Audit is an assistant to the Director of Internal Audit. He/she will be required to show high qualities of sound judgement, initiative, resourcefulness, precision and professionalism in their area of specialization.

Duties:

•   Oversee the duties of Senior Assistant Internal Auditor
•   Be responsible to the Director of Internal Audit in the discharge of audit duties
•   Perform any other duties that may be assigned from time-to-time by the Director of Internal Audit

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Must be a chartered accountant
•   Must have at least ten (10) years post qualification experience in senior management position in the field of auditing and/or accountancy in tertiary institution, industry or any relevant public service organisation OR
•   Must have served as Senior Assistant Internal Auditor for at least four (4) years in a tertiary institution
•   Must be conversant with relevant accounting software application

Location: Kumasi

How To Apply For The Job

Interested qualified applicants may apply providing updated curriculum vitae of relevant certified certificates and addresses of three referees to:

The Registrar
Kumasi Polytechnic
P. O. BOX 854
Kumasi

Closing Date: 15 July, 2013

{West African Examinations Council,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Jul-2013};

The West African Examinations Council, a sub-regional organisation responsible for the conduct of various examinations in the English speaking West African Countries, invites applications from suitably qualified Ghanaians to fill vacant positions in its Internal Audit Department in Ghana.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The successful applicant will report directly to the Head of the Audit Unit and will be required to assist in performing the following duties, among others:

•   Plan and appraise the Council’s internal control system to ascertain its soundness and adequacy.
•   Review the financial and operational system of the Council on an on-going basis
•   Appraise the methods used to safeguard assets of the Council and verify the existence of such assets.
•   Ensure adherence to the approved annual budget.
•   Perform pre-audit of payments.
•   Undertake any other assignments to be assigned from time-to-time by the Head of Audit Unit

Qualification Required & Experience

Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following criteria:

•   Hold a good university degree (at least Second Class Honours) in Accounting from any recognised university.
•   Hold at least final Part two (2) certificates of ICA, ACCA, CIMA or similar professional accounting qualification.
•   Be highly computer literate. Possession of CISA certificate will be an added advantage
•   Must NOT be more than forty years of age at the time of application
•   Applicants must have at least three (3) years post National Service experience acquired in an auditing environment.
•   Applicants must also have a working knowledge of IFRS and ISA

Desirable Attributes
Applicants must:

•   Be persons of high integrity and reliability;
•   Possess good communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills;
•   Have strong analytical and enquiring mind;
•   Demonstrate the potential for leadership.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates are requested to download Application Form from the Council’s website: www.waecheadquartersgh.org. The completed Application Form should be submitted to the following address:

The Registrar
The West African Examinations Council
Headquarters
P. O. Box 125
Accra, Ghana

Attention: Deputy Director, HRM

Closing Date: 05 July, 2013

{University for Development Studies,Tamale,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Jul-2013};

Qualification Required & Experience

The candidate must:

•   Be a member of a recognized major professional body; and in addition, Either
•   Has served in a University or comparable institution as a Deputy Internal Auditor for a minimum of five (5) years, Or
•   Must possess a minimum of seven (7) years relevant post-qualification experience in a practicing firm, industry, commerce or public service
•   Two External Assessors are required

Location: Tamale

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants may download Application Form 1B from the University’s website: www.uds.edu.gh or contact the Office of the Registrar on: +233-3720-93697.

Completed Application Forms, together with detailed resume, photocopies of relevant certificates and names of three referees who are familiar with applicants’ academic and administrative competence, should reach:

The Registrar
University for Development Studies
P. O. Box TL 1350
Tamale

Closing Date: 15 July, 2013

{Confidential,Ashanti Region,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,28 Jun-2013};

A reputable and leading Rural Bank in the Ashanti Region is seeking to recruit qualified persons to fill the following position:- Head of Internal Audit

Duties / Responsibilities

•   To carry out internal control programmes
•   To conduct investigations into all matters as may be directed by the Board of Directors and or the General Manager
•   To make recommendations for improvements in internal control procedures and programmes
•   To verify that the Bank’s prime operational and accounting controls are in place and working properly
•   To monitor control findings and follow – up on remedial actions
•   To investigate frauds and irregularities and make recommendations to prevent recurrence.
•   To conduct inspection at the Bank’s Agencies

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Applicant must have a Degree in Accounting / Banking and Finance and /or Equivalent Professional qualification e.g. CA, ACCA, CIB
•   The person must have worked as an Internal Auditor in a Financial Insitution or in a similar environment for not less than four (4) years
•   Must be computer literate. Knowledge in T24 software shall be an added advantage
•   Must be able to work under pressure and shall report to the Board of Directors

Location: Ashanti Region

How To Apply For The Job

Interested and qualified persons should submit their applications with Curriculum Vitae and Certificates to:-

The Human Resource And
Administrative Manager,
P.O.Box RY 80
Railways – Kumasi

Closing Date: 27 June, 2013