Deputy Director of Internal Audit

About the role

Koforidua Technical University is seeking a dynamic, self‑motivated professional to serve as Deputy Director of Internal Audit. The role supports the Director of Internal Audit in overseeing all audit functions in line with the Technical Universities Act and related regulations.

Key responsibilities

• Assist the Director in supervising audit activities and ensuring compliance with national finance and audit laws.
• Control and maintain financial transactions and accounting records according to government standards.
• Review monthly and annual financial reports for accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare operating budgets, oversee multi‑year fiscal planning, and coordinate annual audits.
• Analyse budgets and provide recommendations to the Director.
• Plan, direct, and review the work of audit personnel.
• Develop, implement, and maintain university auditing and administrative policies.

Required profile

• Research Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field.
• Chartered Accountant status with membership in ACCA, ICA, CPA or equivalent.
• Minimum 6 years senior internal audit experience in a university, or 10 years managerial experience in industry or public practice.
• Evidence of scholarly publications for external assessment.
• Strong analytical, critical, and result‑oriented mindset.

Required skills

• Proficiency with accounting software applications.
• Proficiency with auditing software applications.
• Chartered Accountant qualifications (ACCA, ICA, CPA).
• Optional: CISA certification.