Job Description
Strategic Leadership & Audit Planning
- Lead the development of the annual audit plan for Support & Operational Audits using a risk-based approach.
- Conduct enterprise-level risk assessments to determine audit priorities.
- Ensure the plan aligns with BoG guidelines, regulatory expectations, and the Bank’s strategic direction.
- Revise and update the audit plan based on emerging risks, economic changes, and business developments.
Audit Delivery & Oversight Oversee the execution of audits across:
- Branch Operations
- Finance & Treasury Back-office
- Human Resources
- Compliance & AML
- Procurement & Logistics
- Customer Service & Service Quality
- Legal, Corporate Affairs, and other Support Units
- Review audit scopes, working papers, and final reports.
- Ensure consistency, accuracy, and depth of audit testing and reporting.
Governance, Quality Assurance & Methodology
- Ensure full compliance with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Quality Assurance & Improvement Program (QAIP).
- Update audit procedures, templates, and standards to reflect industry best practices.
- Perform quality reviews of engagements to ensure strong documentation and risk assessments.
Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
- Present audit findings and thematic risk insights to:
- Director, Internal Audit
- Executive Committee (EXCO)
- Maintain constructive relationships while preserving independence.
- Provide high-level advisory support on control design, risk exposures, operational efficiency, and process enhancements.
Issue Tracking, Remediation & Risk Mitigation
- Review and monitor remediation of audit findings and control issues.
- Challenge management on root cause, timelines, and sustainable remediation strategies.
- Highlight systemic or recurring control weaknesses for escalation.
Team Leadership & Capability Development
- Lead and develop a high-performing team of Audit Managers, Supervisors, and Officers.
- Coach and mentor staff, provide continuous feedback, and drive professional development.
- Support succession planning and talent development within the audit function.
Special Assignments & Investigations
- Lead or oversee sensitive investigations such as:
- fraud incidents
- operational breaches
- non-compliance events
- whistleblower escalations
- Participate in crisis response or major control failure reviews.
Innovation & Digital Enablement
- Promote data analytics, process automation, and continuous auditing.
- Encourage adoption of Power BI, SQL, Python, or CAATs (ACL, IDEA) for operational audits (added advantage).
- Contribute to Internal Audit’s digital transformation roadmap.
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Banking, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field.
- Master’s degree (MBA/MSc) is an advantage.
- Professional Certifications (Mandatory or Highly Preferred)
- CIA – Certified Internal Auditor
- ACCA/CPA/CA (advantage)
- CISA (advantage for IT‑related oversight)
- CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner) – advantage
- Chartered Institute of Bankers (CIB) membership/qualification – added advantage
- Other recognized audit or risk certifications
- Experience
- 10–15+ years relevant experience in Internal Audit within the banking industry, financial services, or Big Four advisory.
- Minimum 5 years leadership experience managing audit teams.
- Strong exposure to:
- branch operations
- finance & treasury
- procurement & supply chain
- HR & payroll
- customer service processes
- regulatory compliance & AML/CFT
- Experience interacting with Board committees and regulators
- Technical Skills
- Strong understanding of:
- Internal control frameworks (COSO)
- Corporate governance frameworks
- Operational risk & enterprise risk management
- Banking laws, BoG regulations, AML/CFT guidelines
- Proficiency in audit software (TeamMate, ACL, IDEA, or similar).
- Ability to review analytics performed by others (Power BI, SQL, Python).
- Behavioral Competencies
- High integrity and ethical standards
- Professional skepticism
- Strong leadership and influencing skills
- Excellent communication and presentation abilities
- Strategic thinking and decision-making
- Ability to manage conflict and difficult conversations
- Strong project management and organizational skills
- Analytical mindset with attention to detail
Salary
Competitive
Monthly based
Location
Accra, Greater Accra Region, Ghana
Job Overview
Location
Accra, Greater Accra Region, Ghana