{Confidential,Accra,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,04 Nov-2018};

A major player in the Agro Manufacturing industry seeks the services of an External Auditor.

Location: Accra

How to Apply For the Job

Interested firms should send their applications to the CEO at:

externalaudit2018@gmail.com

Closing Date: 04 November, 2018

{KPMG Ghana,Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,8 years ,12 Oct-2018};

Key Responsibilities

• Set the strategy for internal audit in alignment with the overall organisation priorities and strategy and identify business improvement opportunities
• Develop and execute a comprehensive audit programme that addresses the key operational and financial risks facing the organisation
• Ensure that internal audit activities are in general conformity with the international professional practices framework and other relevant requirements
• Develop and present to the committee an annual risk assessment and audit plan including periodic updates of status and changes required in the plan
• Evaluate internal controls used to detect or mitigate fraud, evaluate the organisation’s assessment of fraud risk and get involved in fraud investigations
• Provide knowledgeable and objective counsel to Executive Management and the committee on critical control, ethics and compliance matters
• Develop an organizational competency in the audit function by identifying and integrating leading practices in work flow, measurement, technologies and resource configuration
• Review contracts / service level agreements and carry out any other related matters

Qualification Required & Experience

• Minimum of 8 years of progressive internal audit experience in an organisation of appropriate scale and complexity
• Must possess a relevant first Degree
• A second degree would be an added advantage
• A professional auditing and/or accounting designation (e.g, CIA, ACCA, CA, CIMA CPA) is desirable

Essential Skills / Knowledge

• Good understanding of risk and control concepts
• Strong business performance management abilities
• Ability to create a compelling vision, demonstrate flexibility in approach
• Must have strong technical financial skills and comprehensive understanding of internal auditing (international professional practices framework) COSO etc
• Strong communication skills and executive presence

Location: Accra

How to Apply For the Job

Interested applicants should please apply with their CVs to:

People and Change
KPMG Marlin House
13 Yiyiwa Drive, Abelenkpe
P.O.Box GP 242,
Accra

Or email to:

hr@kpmg.com.gh

Closing Date: 12 October, 2018

{WASCAL,Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,8 years,15 Oct-2018};

WASCAL has its headquarters in Accra, Ghana from where it coordinates 10 graduate schools at different universities in the region. WASCAL also has a Competence Centre in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, where it manages climate research activities.

Major Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities include but not limited to the following:

• Provide technical support in the development and documentation of business processes, policies and guidelines to strengthen internal controls
• Review budgets, financial forecasts and actual expenditures, variances and make recommendations to management for corrective actions
• Monitor internal control system across human resources, procurement and other specific area of activities and provide recommendations and guidance in order to mitigate identified risks
• Conduct risk-based audit field visits (spot checks) to assess implementation and effectiveness of internal controls and compliance mechanisms
• Increase awareness and understanding of internal control, compliance and ethical conduct across the organisation
• Coordinate with external auditors and provide support in annual external audits exercises
• Ensure risk management considerations are integrated into decision making, planning, monitoring and reporting
• Ensure approved actions resulting from recommendations of audits, studies, reviews, management implication reports etc are implemented within agreed timeframes
• Implement whistle blower and, fraud prevention and detection policies
• Provide regular updates and reports to management and audit committee of the board on risk mitigation any other duties that may be assigned

Qualification Required & Experience

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or related field
• A minimum of 8 years post qualification work experience
• A minimum of 4 years experience in a reputable international audit firm
• Good working knowledge of SAGE accounting software will be an advantage
• Strong knowledge in general accepted accounting principles (GAAP) budgeting and cash flow monitoring and internal controls
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment
• Excellent communication skills, fluency in English and French
• Good interpersonal skills

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Applications including a covering letter (no more than two pages) with a statement of motivation and highlighting the candidate’s experience against the criteria listed above (desired skills and experience) and a curriculum vitae including names, addresses and e-mail addresses of three professional referees should be emailed to:

candidature@wascal.org

Please indicate “Internal Audit and Compliance Manager” in the subject line

Closing Date: 15 October, 2018

{Confidential,Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,2 years,16 Oct-2018};

A reputable financial institution is inviting applications from suitable qualified persons for employment to fill the under-listed positions: Audit Officer

Objective

• To assist the Head of internal audit to conduct audits on all internal functions of the company in order to provide independent objective assurance to the Board and management, add value and improve operational efficiency.

Duties

• Gather, prepare and analyse data during the pre-audit phase
• Conduct audit sampling under the guidance of audit team leader
• Perform audit field work under the supervision of audit team leader
• Produce a precise and clear documentation of observations and findings in preparation of audit work papers
• Assist the internal auditor in the preparation of audit work papers
• Conduct follow up on the implementation status of audit agreed actions
• Assist the internal auditor to carry out pre-audit of payment vouchers before expenses are paid
• Assist Head of Audit to prepare documents and the pack for audit committee meetings
• Assist the internal auditor to carry out reconciliation of commissions schedules received against commissions cheque that have been banked for the week.
• Work to achieve budgeted timescale and deadlines set

Qualification Required & Experience

• University Degree in Business Administration (Accounting option preferred) or its equivalent
• Fair knowledge in audit standards, internal controls and risk management processes
• A minimum of 2 years experience in audit, controlling, accounting or other similar role

Other Competencies

• Ability to work under minimal supervision
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to think out the box and adapt quickly
• Emotionally – ability to control anger, frustration and tension

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

All interested and qualified applicants should send their covering letters and CV with position boldly marked on it to:

hunt4job_2015@outlook.com

Closing Date: 16 October, 2018

{National Pensions Regulatory Authority,Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,N/A,30 Sep-2018};

The National Pensions Regulatory Authority (NPRA) is seeking to recruit competent and well-qualified persons to fill the following position: Internal Audit Officer

Duties and Responsibilities

• Facilitates the development of procedures, processes, standards and guidelines for the effective implementation of programmes and activities of the authority
• Facilitates the implementation of internal controls and risk management systems of the authority
• Undertakes internal audit assignments
• Records proceedings of entry and exit conferences
• Collects data for the preparation of internal audit reports of the authority
• Collects data for the preparation of annual and operational work plans of the unit
• Collects data for the preparation of budget of the unit

Qualification Required & Experience

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Auditing, Accounting, Finance or any related field from an accredited tertiary institution OR
• Part II of an accredited Auditing or Accounting professional body, including ICAG, ACCA, CIMA, CIA, CPA.
• Must have completed National Service

Competencies and skills

• Good communication, interpersonal and presentation skills
• Good knowledge of the Public Financial Management Act, Internal Audit Agency Act, National Pensions Act, IGF Retention Act and any other financial regulations approved by the government will be an advantage
• Knowledge of relevant IT applications
• Planning, quantitative and analytical skills
• High integrity, confidentiality, firm and fair

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested and qualified persons should forward their applications, together with their curriculum vitae and photocopies of their certificates, to the undermentioned address to:

The Chief Executive Officer
National Pensions Regulatory Authority
P.O.Box GP 22331
Kanda Highway, Accra

Closing Date: 30 September, 2018

{Confidential,Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,2 years,07 Oct-2018};

A reputable financial institution is inviting applications from suitable qualified persons for employment to fill the under-listed position: Audit Officer

Objective

• To assist the Head of internal audit to conduct audits on all internal functions of the company in order to provide independent objective assurance to the board and management, add value and improve operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Gather, prepare and analyse data during the pre-audit phase
• Conduct audit sampling under the guidance of audit team leader
• Perform audit field work under the supervision of audit team leader
• Produce a precise and clear documentation of observations and findings in preparation of audit work papers
• Assist the internal auditor in the preparation of audit reports for engagements carried out
• Conduct follow up on the implementation status of audit agreed actions
• Assist the internal auditor to carry out pre-audit of payment vouchers before expenses are paid
• Assist Head of Audit to prepare documents and the pack for audit committee meetings
• Assist the internal auditor to carry out reconciliation of commissions schedules received against commissions cheques that have been banked for the week
• Work to achieve budgeted timescale and deadlines set.

Qualification Required & Experience

• University Degree in Business Administration (Accounting option preferred or its equivalent
• A minimum of 2 years experience in audit, controlling, accounting or other similar role

Location: Accra

How to Apply For the Job

All interested and qualified applicants should send their covering letters and CV with position boldly marked on it to:

hunt4job@outlook.com

Closing Date: 07 October, 2018

{University of Ghana,Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,2 years,24 Sep-2018};

The University of Ghana is looking for dynamic, versatile and suitably-qualified persons to join the team at its re-structured Internal Audit Directorate, in the following Administrative/Professional position in the Central Administration.

POSITION: Internal Auditor / Internal Auditor with Quantity Surveying Background

REPORTING TO: Director, Internal Audit Directorate

Job Purpose

• Includes, but not limited to detecting and preventing of fraud; testing internal controls; and, monitoring compliance with institutional policy and government regulations.
• This is to ensure that there is a fit for purpose and proactive compliance procedure which focuses on minimizing risk exposure whilst identifying opportunities to reduce potential negative incidents and losses as well as improve efficiencies.

The University of Ghana Environment

• Academic work at the University of Ghana is organised in four colleges which have units across the Legon campus, Korle-Bu campus, Accra City Campus, the Research Centres in Kade, Kpong and Nungua as well as Learning Centres on sites in all the Regional Capitals. Academic work is supported by a Central Administration, providing institution-wide services.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful candidate will be required to assist the Director of Internal Audit, University of Ghana, in his/her duties. He/she will also be responsible for:

• Leading a College audit team
• Conducting risk assessment of assigned department or functional area in established/required timeline;
• Establishing risk-based audit programs;
• Determining scope of review in conjunction with the Director of Audit;
• Reviewing the suitability of internal control design;
• Conducting audit testing of specified area and identifying reportable issues and dimension of risk;
• Determining compliance with policies and procedures;
• Verbally communicating findings to senior management and drafting comprehensive and complete report of audit area;
• Appraising members of an audit team;
• Ensuring appropriate and sufficient audit documentations are kept;
• Ensuring adherence to the University’s Audit Charter;
• Identifying and communicating control weaknesses and recommending solutions.

Qualification Required and Experience

• The requirements for appointment to the level of Internal Auditor are normally a first degree and either a Master’s Degree in a relevant discipline or an equivalent professional qualification, with a minimum of two years financial experience, through public accounting/auditing and/or industry experience.
• Appointment may be made to the level of Junior Internal Auditor. The requirement shall be a good first degree plus an advanced degree in a relevant discipline or an equivalent professional qualification with less than two years relevant experience.
• Membership of a Professional Accounting/Auditing body is required for this appointment.
• Auditors with Quantity Surveying background must have managed projects, done project audits and be able to determine value for money

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Ability to handle confidential information;
• Strong analytical, written/verbal communication skills, a service-oriented communicator who is a true team player;
• Excellent interpersonal, and relationship building skills;
• Systems knowledge and familiarity, ability to streamline/automate transaction processing and recording;
• Ability to adapt to change quickly and multi-task;
• Ability to lead team administratively and professionally.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

An applicant is required to submit a complete application pack to the

Registrar,
University of Ghana,
P. O. Box LG 25,
Legon, Accra, Ghana (Hardcopy)

or registrar@ug.edu.gh (Soft Copy).

The application pack should contain the following:

• Completed application form for Senior Level Appointive Positions (UAB Form 1C) to be downloaded from the University’s website at www.ug.edu.gh/hrodd.
• An up-to-date Curriculum Vitae.
• Copies of relevant educational and professional certificates

Closing Date: 24 September, 2018

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

{Confidential,Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,5 years,22 Aug-2018};

A financial institution licensed by the Bank of Ghana is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Head of Internal Audit. The successful candidate will report administratively to the Chief Executive Officer and functionally to Board of Directors.

Job Summary

• The Head of Internal Audit will be responsible for developing, planning, executing and reporting results of Financial, Operational and IT audits together with pragmatic and effective internal controls systems for the company

Key Accountabilities of the Role include, but not limited to:

• Develop and execute comprehensive audit plan for evaluating the management controls provided over all activities of the bank
• Regularly engage with the external audit team to monitor status and to identify emerging risks and areas of new of increasing focus
• Advise management on the company’s policies, procedures and activities and make recommended for operational improvements and to comply with statutory and legal requirements
• Conduct operational and functional audits of departments of the company
• Review procedures and records for their adequacy to accomplish intended objectives and appraising policies and plans relating to the activity or function under audit review
• Appraise the adequacy of actions taken by management to correct reported deficient conditions, accept adequate corrective action
• Investigate and report to the audit committee of the board, Bank of Ghana and Police any fraudulent activity in the company
• conduct special examinations at the request of management, including investigations, the reviews of representations made by persons outside the company
• Supervise and provide direction for the activities of subordinate staff and provide guidance to them for their professional development
• Provide an independent appraisal of internal controls over financial and operational reporting, IT controls and other key areas of compliance

Qualification Required & Experience

• Degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration or equivalent professional qualification in related discipline
• Member of a recognised professional body (ICA Gh, ACCA).
• Professional certification in CISA will be an advantage
• 5 years relevant working experience with at least 2 years in senior management position in a financial institution
• Excellent knowledge in the use of audit and accounting methodologies and tools
• In-depth knowledge of the auditing and accounting standards and related regulations
• Demonstrated expertise in risk-based internal audit, governance and control functions
• Excellent communication, presentation and report writing skills
• Strong knowledge in the use of the Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and internal and other auditing software and tools

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested and qualified staff should submit their applications and CVs to this e-mail address:

recruitn2018@gmail.com

Closing Date: 22 August, 2018

{Confidential,Accra,Full-Time,GH,N/A,5 years,31 Aug-2018};

A firm of auditors requires the services of an Audit Manager.

Qualification Required & Experience

• Applicant must be a qualified Accountant, holding a membership certificate of either CA (Ghana) or ACCA (UK) with not less than 5 years of practical audit experience in a practising firm

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested persons should forward their detailed CV and application letter to:

wingod87@hotmail.com

Closing Date: 31 August, 2018

{Ghana AIDS Commission,Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,3 years,22 Aug-2018};

The Ghana AIDS Commission has vacancy for the under listed positions and invites applications from persons with the requisite qualifications to apply for consideration.

Job Title: Internal Auditor

Objective of Position

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

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in audit of sub-projects
• Monitor implementation of internal control measures
• Follow up on significant audit findings
• Assist external auditors in conducting audits
• Prepare periodic audit reports
• Assist in safeguarding Assets of the Commission
• Assist in carrying out risk assessment

Qualification Required & Experience

• A first degree in Business Administration (Accounting) or Part II of a 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

Applications together with detailed CVs and copies of certificates are to be submitted to the address below within fourteen days from the date of first publication.

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

Tel: 0302-919259 / 0302-919263

Email: vacancy@ghanaids.gov.gh

Closing Date: 22 August, 2018