Director, Internal Audit at KPMG Ghana

Role Summary

The role holder will lead the Internal Audit function and ensure efficient systems of control and compliance across all sections of the organization.

Key Accountabilities

• Review and ensure the development and implementation of strategic and annual audit work plans and budgets for the Audit Unit
• Oversee the execution of performance, compliance, operational, and financial audits in accordance with acceptable standards
• Appraise and report on the soundness and application of the organization's system of controls
• Oversee the evaluation of the effectiveness of risk management and governance processes, and contribute to their improvement
• Provide assurance on the efficiency, effectiveness, and economy in the administration of programs and operations
• Evaluate organizational compliance with enactments, policies, standards, systems, and procedures, and recommend corrective actions
• Undertake special investigations at the request of Management and the Board
• Review and submit reports, including Annual Audit reports and quarterly reports on the execution of annual audit workplans
• Monitor the implementation of recommendations made in audit reports
• Ensure training, mentoring, and development of the audit team, and liaise with HR on succession planning for the department

Required Knowledge & Competencies

• Knowledge of the Petroleum Development Corporation Act, 2020, Act 1053
• Knowledge of the Public Financial Management Act, 2016, Act 921
• Knowledge of the Internal Audit Agency Act, 2003, Act 658
• Results-oriented mindset with strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Position Details

Company: KPMG Ghana

Location: Accra, Ghana

Employment Type: Full-Time