An investment company based in Accra seeks the services of a: Internal Auditor

Job Summary

•   The incumbent will ensure successful completion of assigned audit engagements, from start to finish, inclusive of pre-planning and wrap up activities and communicates identified issues with Internal Audit Subcommitee of the Board and Group CEO to ensure any potential concerns are addressed in a timely and effective manner.

General Duties & Responsibilities:

•   Develop Audit Programme for each engagement for review by the Group CEO and the Board
•   Undertake effective planning for each engagement within the businesses
•   Conduct audits (i.e assists in determining the nature, scope and direction of audit engagements as well as gathering effective evidence to support negotiated resolution of non-compliance issues)
•   Perform specific audit procedures, including within budgeted timelines:

o Evaluation of the adequacy and effectiveness on internal control systems
o Preparation of audit work papers in accordance with acceptable formats
o Manage working papers files
o Timely preparation of draft reports on all audit engagements
o Review of compliance with all statutory provisions under the investment banking, money markets, properties law and other regulations

•   Perform detailed root cause analysis and the relevant actions to address control gaps noted on engagements
•   Undertake special reviews and investigations
•   Lead with the development and update of Internal Audit policies and manuals
•   Obtain and reviews evidence ensuring audit conclusions are well-documented
•   Ensure adherence at all times to all applicable department and professional standards
•   Perform follow-up activities to evaluate the sufficiency and timeliness of management responses and corrective action taken in response to audit recommendations
•   Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or the equivalent combination of education, training and work experience
•   At least 6 years of internal audit experience or equivalent line experience in a risk or control function, including experience in leading audit (internal or external) engagements. Exposure to risk-based methodologies within Financial Services
•   Good networking, communication, diligence and interpersonal skills
•   Relevant professional certifications(i.e. ACCA, CIMA, CA-G) is required
•   Ability to observe and understand business processes ensuring processes documented completely and accurately

General Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

•   Ability to observe and understand business processes ensuring processes are documented completely and accurately
•   Ability to apply audit standards through practical application
•   Proactive in researching business best practice concepts in order to apply as appropriate
•   Solid listening skills and ability to identify gaps in logic - inquisitive
•   Strong organisation and follow up skills including the ability to handle competing priorities and meet all deadlines and commitments
•   Ability to flourish in a fast-paced, complex environment and willing to adapt to change
•   Ability to give and follow instructions accurately and efficiently, proactive in asking clarifying questions to ensure work effort is directed wholly towards desired outcome
•   Solid understanding and ability to apply risk and control concepts
•   Good communication skills along with good or developing negotiation skills
•   Ability to identify sensitive issues and facilitate communications in a proactive manner to avoid surprises
•   Willingness and ability to adapt to new circumstances, information, and challenges
•   Executes effective and thorough application of all internal audit standards within assigned responsibility

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates should forward their application via email to:

capitalrecruits@yahoo.com

Closing Date: 29 June, 2016