Internal Auditor – Accra College of Medicine

Job Description

Summary

You will provide independent assurance and advisory support to management, staff and the Governing Council of Accra College of Medicine by evaluating the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management processes and governance frameworks. You will support the planning and execution of risk-based audit engagements across academic, administrative, financial, and operational functions.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Develop and execute risk-based internal audit plans across academic, administrative, clinical, and research functions.
2. Conduct risk assessments covering tuition revenue, research grants, procurement, payroll, admissions, laboratory operations and regulatory compliance.
3. Evaluate the design and effectiveness of internal controls and assess the efficiency of key processes, including billing and collections, grant management, procurement and inventory, payroll, and student records.
4. Identify control weaknesses, non-compliance issues, and institutional risks such as revenue leakage, grant mismanagement, procurement irregularities, data breaches and recommend corrective actions.
5. Prepare comprehensive audit reports for senior management, the Governing Council, and the Audit & Risk Committee, outlining findings, root causes, and practical recommendations.
6. Support risk management initiatives, strengthen governance frameworks, safeguard assets, and monitor implementation of audit recommendations.

Required Skills and Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
2. Candidate should possess a professional certification such as ICAG, ACCA, CIA or similar.
3. Three to five years of relevant experience in internal auditing, risk management, or related fields. Prior experience as an Internal Auditor within a tertiary institution will be considered an added advantage.
4. Strong understanding of auditing principles, methodologies, and practices.
5. Familiarity with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
6. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
7. Effective communication and interpersonal abilities.
8. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
9. High ethical standards and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
10. Attention to detail and a results-oriented mindset.