Ghana Audit Service Current Vacancies 2019

Provide input for the preparation of audit strategies, programmes and management of the execution of audit engagements

Job Description

Job Title: Principal Auditor 

• Ensure that the requirements of quality assurance and review are met through the first stage review;

• Collaborate with team members in the review and evaluation of the system of management controls and assess their effectiveness;

• Collaborate with team members in the preparation of assignment related Job Progressive Performance Monitoring Reports for all team members under his supervision;

• Maintain adequate Working Papers File for review by Team Leader;

• Prepare audit observations supported with adequate working papers for submission to the Unit Head for review;

• Collaborate with the Unit Head to draft audit report supported with adequate working papers for submission to the Branch Heads/District Auditor;

• Supervise the work of subordinates and ensure that tasks are accomplished to meet deadlines; and

• Undertake any other job that may be assigned by the Unit Head or District Auditor.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• A professionally qualified Accountant with ICA(G), ACCA or CIMA

• A Master’s Degree from an accredited tertiary institution is an added advantage

• A minimum of six (6) years post qualification relevant working experience of which 3 must be in a Middle Management Position in a reputable organisation

COMPETENCIES

• Good leadership, networking, monitoring and management experience,

• Good presentation, negotiating, lobbying and conflict resolution skills,

• Good qualitative and quantitative analytical skills,

• Good , communication, presentation and inter personal skills,

• Wide Knowledge in auditing standards,

• Good Knowledge of public financial management systems and reforms,

• Knowledge in industrial and labour relations,

• Knowledge of relevant computer applications,

• Good ethical background.