Chief Internal Auditor at Guaranty Trust Bank (Ghana) LTD

• We are seeking a highly qualified and ethically grounded professional to serve as Chief Internal Auditor.
• This role is critical to ensuring the integrity of our internal control systems, risk management framework and governance processes.
• The successful candidate will lead the internal audit function independently and objectively

• Develop and execute a risk-based internal audit plan
• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal control systems and make recommendations for improvement
• Oversee or perform operational, financial, compliance and IT audit across all business units
• Present periodic internal audit summaries and risk assessments to the audit committee and board of directors
• Ensure timely reporting of audit findings and ensure that corrective actions on past audit findings are implemented and effective
• Develop mechanisms to detect and prevent fraud or misconduct within the bank
• Maintain a high standard of professional ethics and integrity

• A university degree with a minimum of second class lower
• A recognized professional qualification in accounting, auditing or related field (e.g CA, ACCA, CPA, CIA)
• A minimum of 10 years experience, with at least 5 years in a senior internal audit or risk management role within a regulated financial institution
• Demonstrated financial integrity, sound judgment and a strong appreciation of the banking business and regulatory environment
• Must be fit and proper in accordance with the Bank of Ghana’s fit and proper persons directive

• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and interface effectively with the Board and senior management

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