Internal Auditor

Company: AMLC
Location: Accra, Ghana
Employment Type: Full-Time
Application Deadline: 22 June 2026

About AMLC

AMLC is a leading organization dedicated to promoting financial integrity, regulatory compliance, and effective anti-money laundering practices. We support organizations in strengthening governance frameworks, managing risk, and maintaining the highest standards of accountability and transparency.

At AMLC, we foster a professional and collaborative environment where expertise, innovation, and continuous improvement drive our success. We are seeking an experienced and highly analytical Internal Auditor to join our team and contribute to strengthening our internal control systems, risk management processes, and operational effectiveness.

Position Summary

The Internal Auditor will play a critical role in safeguarding the organization’s assets, ensuring compliance, evaluating internal controls, and supporting sound governance practices. The successful candidate will oversee the full audit cycle, identify operational and financial risks, recommend process improvements, and provide independent assurance to Management and the Board of Directors.

This role requires a proactive professional with strong technical expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

Key Responsibilities

Internal Audit & Assurance

• Plan, coordinate, and execute the full internal audit cycle across the organization.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management processes, and governance frameworks.
• Assess operational efficiency, financial reliability, and regulatory compliance.
• Conduct periodic audits of financial and departmental operations.
• Review business processes and recommend improvements to strengthen controls and enhance performance.

Risk Management & Fraud Prevention

• Identify financial, operational, and compliance risks across the organization.
• Recommend practical measures to mitigate risks and improve control effectiveness.
• Support fraud prevention initiatives through proactive audits and risk assessments.
• Evaluate the adequacy of process design and control mechanisms in achieving business objectives.
• Monitor risk exposure and provide recommendations to strengthen organizational resilience.

Financial Auditing & Compliance

• Audit all expenditure and revenue streams to ensure accuracy, compliance, and accountability.
• Review and audit day-to-day transactions recorded in QuickBooks.
• Verify the validity, completeness, and reliability of financial, accounting, and operational information.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, financial regulations, and statutory requirements.
• Monitor adherence to Ghanaian tax regulations and reporting obligations.

Operational Improvement & Advisory

• Analyze operational processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and profitability.
• Conduct annual audits of all departments and recommend system enhancements.
• Review daily operational activities and provide recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Advise Management and the Board on strategies to strengthen controls and optimize performance.
• Support initiatives that improve operational effectiveness and organizational value.

Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement

• Prepare detailed audit reports highlighting findings, risks, and recommendations.
• Present audit outcomes and improvement plans to Management and the Board of Directors.
• Monitor the implementation of audit recommendations and corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate audit documentation and records.
• Perform additional audit and compliance-related duties as assigned by Management.

Qualifications & Experience

To be considered for this role, you should possess:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Financial Accounting, Finance, Financial Management, or a related discipline.
• A professional accounting qualification or finalist status with ACCA, ICA Ghana, CIMA, or an equivalent recognized body.
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience in internal auditing, external auditing, risk management, or a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of Ghanaian tax regulations and compliance requirements.
• Experience conducting operational, financial, and compliance audits.
• Proficiency in accounting software, particularly QuickBooks.
• Strong understanding of internal control systems, risk management frameworks, and audit methodologies.
• Membership of the Chartered Institute of Taxation (CIT) Ghana or the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Ghana will be an added advantage.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is:

• Analytical with strong critical-thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Meticulous and highly detail-oriented.
• Professional, ethical, and objective in decision-making.
• Able to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Confident communicating with senior leadership and Board members.
• Organized with excellent documentation and reporting skills.
• Committed to continuous improvement and excellence.
• Age: Not more than 45 years

Technical Competencies

The successful candidate should demonstrate:

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
• Experience using QuickBooks and other accounting software.
• Strong financial analysis, reporting, and audit documentation skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

How to Apply

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