As Group Head of Audit (GHA) you will provide independent assurance to the Group Audit Committee and senior management on the adequacy of controls around the systems and activities of the Group to manage risk. You will report functionally to the Chairman of the Audit Committee (“Committee) of the Group’s Board of Directors (“Board”) and administratively to the Chief Executive Officer of the Group.

Key Responsibilities:

•   Oversee the development and execution of a comprehensive audit programme that addresses the key operational and financial risks facing the Group.
•   Develop and present to the Committee the annual risk assessment and audit plan including periodic updates of status and changes required in the plan
•   Lead discussions with senior management, the Committee, and the independent external auditor regarding audit plans, activities and findings
•   Work in partnership with other Group executives to monitor and assess the design and operation  of cost-effective internal controls, and to eliminate redundant or inefficient procedures where necessary
•   Determine the level of compliance of the Group’s operating units to the requirements of the Group’s systems of internal controls and applicable corporate policies
•   Coordinate the scope, coverage and execution of the internal and external audit plans with Group’s independent external auditors
•   Drive continued control consciousness and commitment to compliance with Group policies and applicable law and regulation throughout the organisation
•   Support senior management in the effective identification and management of key financial and operational risks
•   Identify opportunities to strengthen financial controls and improve operational efficiency and productivity.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A graduate degree in a business related area. MBA is a plus.
•   A professional auditing and/or accounting designation (e.g., CIA, ACCA, CA, CIMA CPA) desirable.
•   Minimum of 10 years of progressive internal audit experience in a reputable organisation with subsidiaries.

Essential Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

•   Ability to adapt to change and provide leadership and functional expertise in a fast moving and competitive business environment
•   Ability to quickly assimilate and synthesise complex data and information into a fact based decision-mak ing framework
•   Proven high professional integrity and honesty.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants should please apply to:

HR Advisory Services
KPMG
Marlin House
13 Yiyiwa Drive
Abelenkpe
P. O. Box GP 242
Accra

or E-mail to:

hr@kpmg.com.gh

Closing Date: 12 October, 2014