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External Auditor (Individual/Firm)

JOB SUMMARY
Company	Confidential
Industry	Education
Category	Accounting
Location	Accra
Job Status	Full-time
Salary	GH¢
Education	Master’...
Experience	4 years
Job Expires	Mar 17, 2025
Contact	...

Job Description

We are a leading private university committed to excellence in education, research, and administration, seeking a qualified External Auditor (individual or firm) to provide independent and professional auditing services. The successful candidate will play a vital role in evaluating our financial practices, ensuring compliance, and enhancing transparency and accountability within our institution.

Position Overview

We are inviting applications from qualified individuals or firms to serve as our External Auditor. The successful Candidate/Firm will be responsible for conducting an independent annual audit of our financial statements and ensuring compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct a thorough audit of the University’s financial statements in accordance with applicable auditing standards.
Assess the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management processes, and governance practices.
Ensure compliance with statutory regulations, university policies, and international financial reporting standards.
Provide recommendations for improvements to financial practices and procedures.
Prepare and present a comprehensive audit report detailing findings, recommendations, and areas for improvement to the University’s governing body.
Liaise with university management and finance teams throughout the audit process.
Ensure compliance with national and other relevant industry regulations and standards.
Offer professional advice on enhancing financial systems and processes to ensure sustainability and efficiency.

Required Skills or Experience

Qualifications and Experience

For Individuals:

Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Master’s degree or professional certification such as CA(Ghana), CPA, ACCA, CIA, etc is an advantage).
A minimum of 4 years of experience in auditing, preferably in the education or public sector.
Strong knowledge of international financial reporting standards and audit principles.

For Firms:

Registration with a recognized professional auditing body.
Proven track record of auditing similar institutions, particularly in the education sector.
Experienced team with at least one lead auditor holding a professional certification (e.g., CA(Ghana), CPA, ACCA, CIA, etc).

Key Competencies

High ethical standards and integrity.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Computer Literate and Proficiency in financial software and audit tools.
Ability to deliver high-quality reports within agreed timelines.
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
Strong knowledge of financial regulations and compliance standards.

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