Internal Auditor at Reputable Company

About the Role

A reputable investment company seeks an experienced Internal Auditor to appraise the soundness and application of accounting, financial, and operational controls. You will review these controls and report to the Board of Directors through the audit committee.

Job Purpose

To appraise the soundness and application of accounting, financial, and operational controls, review these controls, and report to the Board of Directors through the audit committee.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and submit an annual audit plan to the audit committee for review and approval
• Implement the approved annual plan, including any special mandates or projects requested by management and the audit committee
• Issue audit reports at the conclusion of each audit to communicate findings, recommendations, and management action plans
• Follow up on outstanding management action plans to ensure significant risks and major deficiencies are effectively addressed and remediated within agreed timeframes
• Test key financial reporting controls in accounting systems to ascertain effectiveness and efficiency
• Ensure financial and internal controls are maintained

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (postgraduate/Master's degree preferred)
• Professional qualification in ACCA, ICA, CIA, or CFA (advantageous)
• 4 to 5 years of experience in a similar internal audit role

Technical Competencies

• Knowledge of financial and operational activities
• Audit experience
• Ability to prepare comprehensive audit reports
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Personal Competencies

• Ability to communicate effectively, interact, build relationships, and work collaboratively with others
• Attention to detail
• Critical thinking ability
• Assertiveness and ability to take and defend a position
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage and prioritize workload

Position Details

Location: Accra, Ghana
Employment Type: Full-Time