Head Of Internal Audit

Summary

• This role is pivotal in strengthening the Company’s governance, risk, and control framework by delivering independent, risk-based assurance to the Board and senior management.
• The incumbent will lead a high-performing audit team, ensuring rigorous adherence to audit methodologies and quality standards. By identifying control deficiencies, driving actionable recommendations, and fostering a proactive control culture, the position contributes significantly to operational resilience and compliance.
• The role also ensures alignment with corporate governance mandates, supports external audit coordination, and provides strategic insights that drive continuous improvement across the organization.
  

Responsibilities

• Lead risk-based audit initiatives and ensure timely delivery of high-quality audit outputs.
• Identify, assess, and report on significant control weaknesses, ensuring appropriate escalation and follow-up.
• Review draft audit reports for accuracy, completeness, quality, and formatting; provide constructive feedback and recommendations for improvement.
• Assign and communicate process grading based on risk and control effectiveness.
• Deliver actionable insights to business stakeholders to enhance control environments and operational efficiency.
• Adapt audit plans and resource allocation to support urgent management requests while maintaining confidentiality and integrity.
• Secure management commitment to audit findings and recommended actions.
• Ensure the Company meets its corporate governance obligations through timely delivery of audit programs and compliance with internal and external requirements.
• Support external auditors during interim and year-end audit processes.
• Prepare or assist in preparing Audit Committee papers, ensuring clarity, completeness, and alignment with Telecel IA Methodology.
• Provide assurance to the Audit Committee on the effectiveness of the Internal Audit function and adherence to established standards.
• Ensure compliance with Local Audit Committee Terms of Reference.
• Participate in Audit Committee meetings, either in person or via virtual platforms, as required.
  

Requirements
Qualification Required & Experience

• Relevant bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Professional qualifications such as ACCA, CA (SA), CIA, CISA, or a bachelor’s degree in IT are highly advantageous.
• Minimum of 2 years of leadership experience in an audit or assurance function (essential).
• Minimum of 4 years of management experience in a comparable internal or external audit role (essential).
• 8+ years of progressive professional experience in internal audit, external audit, financial, or IT audit environments.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage complex audit projects, and deliver results under pressure.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Demonstrated understanding of corporate governance, risk management, and internal control frameworks.
  

Location: Accra
How To Apply For The Job
To submit your application, click on the link below and complete all relevant fields on the online application form.
Closing Date: 25 May, 2026
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