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