Head of Internal Control and Compliance

HEAD OF INTERNAL CONTROL & COMPLIANCE CATEGORY: FINANCELOCATION: 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 PROFILEThe ideal candidate will ensure regulatory adherence, strengthen governance, and promote a culture of integrity and accountability across the organization. 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 authorization 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, Business background.·      Professional certification in Accountancy, Finance, Insurance or other related field·      Master's degree in a related field will be an advantage.·      Experience within the insurance sector will be an added advantage  REQUIREMENTSStrong 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 organizations 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