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Job Vacancy at Guaranty Trust Bank (Ghana) Limited

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Job Vacancy at Guaranty Trust Bank (Ghana) Limited

  • Job Title: Chief Internal Auditor
  • Company: Guaranty Trust Bank (Ghana) Limited
  • Location: Accra, Ghana
  • Application Deadline: 14 November 2025

Job Summary

Guaranty Trust Bank Ghana invites applications for the strategic position of Chief Internal Auditor. This senior leadership role demands an exceptional professional with unwavering ethical standards to safeguard the bank’s control environment and governance framework. The successful candidate will direct our internal audit function with complete independence while providing crucial assurance to the Board and regulatory stakeholders.

Role Overview

As Chief Internal Auditor, you will architect and implement a comprehensive risk-based audit strategy across all bank operations. Your leadership will ensure robust evaluation of control systems while promoting a culture of compliance and continuous improvement throughout the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Audit Leadership & Strategy

  • Develop and execute a dynamic risk-based internal audit plan
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of internal control systems and governance processes
  • Direct operational, financial, compliance, and IT audits across all business units
  • Present detailed audit findings and risk assessments to the Board Audit Committee

Risk Management & Compliance

  • Implement sophisticated mechanisms for fraud detection and prevention
  • Monitor corrective actions to ensure resolution of prior audit findings
  • Maintain strict adherence to professional auditing standards and ethical guidelines
  • Interface with regulatory authorities and external auditors as required

Stakeholder Engagement & Reporting

  • Provide expert counsel to senior management on control and risk matters
  • Deliver clear and concise audit reports to executive leadership and the Board
  • Foster strong collaborative relationships across business units
  • Promote organizational awareness of risk management principles

Qualifications and Experience

Essential Requirements:

  • University degree with minimum Second Class Lower division
  • Recognized professional qualification (CA, ACCA, CPA, CIA)
  • Minimum 10 years’ experience with 5 years in senior internal audit leadership
  • Extensive background in regulated financial institutions
  • Comprehensive knowledge of banking operations and regulatory requirements
  • Fit and Proper Person status under Bank of Ghana guidelines

Professional Attributes:

  • Demonstrated financial integrity and sound professional judgment
  • Strong leadership capabilities with executive presence
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and manage complex stakeholder relationships
  • Strategic thinker with analytical problem-solving abilities

Why Join Guaranty Trust Bank?

Guaranty Trust Bank offers a dynamic professional environment where integrity and excellence form our foundation. This position provides:

  • Competitive executive compensation package
  • Professional development and career advancement opportunities
  • Strategic leadership role with Board-level visibility
  • Supportive work culture that values ethical conduct
  • Opportunity to shape governance in a leading financial institution

How to Apply for this Job Vacancy at Guaranty Trust Bank

Qualified candidates should submit their detailed curriculum vitae, cover letter, and relevant certifications to gh.hrrecruitment@gtbank.com before the application deadline.

Guaranty Trust Bank maintains a strong commitment to workplace diversity and equal opportunity employment. We welcome applications from all qualified professionals who share our dedication to ethical banking excellence.

Closing Date: November 14, 2025

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