HEAD OF INTERNAL CONTROL & COMPLIANCE

CATEGORY: FINANCE

LOCATION: ACCRA

 Our client, a reputable company in the health insurance industry, is seeking a highly skilled and proactive HEAD OF INTERNAL CONTROL & COMPLIANCE to lead the development, implementation, and oversight of robust risk management, compliance, and internal control frameworks.

ROLE PROFILE

The ideal candidate will ensure regulatory adherence, strengthen governance, and foster a culture of integrity and accountability throughout the organisation. He /she will also undertake the following tasks:

 DUTIES /RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement a comprehensive risk management and internal control framework for the company.
• Identify, analyse, and monitor business and operational risks across all departments.
• Establish methodologies for identifying key risks across the business and devise strategies for mitigation.
• Conduct periodic internal control evaluations across all departments.
• Implement an efficient system for monitoring compliance with approved internal procedures and policies.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements (e.g., NHIA, GRA, Data Protection & Privacy, AML/CFT, etc.).
• Enforce segregation of duties and authorisation controls.
• Identify and evaluate compliance risks within the company and liaise with relevant units to implement effective controls.
• Monitor the implementation of audit and control recommendations.
• Promote and adopt measures to strengthen the control environment.
• Train and sensitize staff to foster a strong compliance culture and uphold ethical standards.
• Maintain the company’s risk register and facilitate regular reviews.
• Provide periodic reports to the Board Sub-Committee on Risk & Audit.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business, or any related field.
• A minimum of 7+ years of experience in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Business
• Professional certification in Accountancy, Finance, Insurance or other related field
• A master’s degree in a related field will be an advantage.
• Experience within the insurance sector will be an added advantage

REQUIREMENTS

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and basic record-keeping tools.
• Highly organised, proactive, and detail-oriented.

• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent customer service skills to build relationships with students, other organisations and colleagues.
• High level of literacy and numeracy
• Ability to work unsupervised
• Proactive and planned approach to work
• Must have a friendly and approachable attitude
• Ability to work under strict deadlines and for long periods
• Must have High integrity and ethical standards
• Experience in implementing and enforcing AML/CFT/KYC regimes.
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Attention to detail and process-oriented mindset.
• Strong presentation and analytical skills

To apply, kindly send CVs to: headcom.pjkt@gmail.com