Risk Officer at reputable Community Bank

About the Role

A reputable Community Bank in the Ashanti Region is seeking a qualified, experienced, and motivated Risk Officer to support the Bank's risk management function by identifying, assessing, monitoring, and mitigating operational, credit, market, and compliance risks.

Purpose

To support the Bank's risk management function by identifying, assessing, monitoring, and mitigating operational, credit, market, and compliance risks.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct risk assessments and control reviews
• Monitor key risk indicators and prepare risk reports
• Support loan portfolio monitoring and early warning systems
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies
• Investigate risk incidents and recommend corrective actions
• Support risk awareness training programs
• Liaise with auditors and regulators when required

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Financial Risk Management, Banking & Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or related field
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Risk Management, compliance, or audit
• Practical knowledge of credit and operational risk management
• Professional certifications such as ACCA, ICA, or CIB are advantageous

Job Details

• Job Type: Full-Time
• Location: Ashanti Region, Ghana (Kumasi)
• Category: Accounting