Job Title: Head of Risk and Compliance
Organisation: Grant Thornton
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
Grant Thornton is one of the world’s leading organisations of independent assurance, tax, and advisory firms. We are made up of over 56,000 people in over 140 countries. Our Vision is to become the most valued network in the profession by 2025.
Job Summary: The Head of Risk and Compliance will oversee and manage all aspects of our risk management, quality and compliance programs ensuring the firm adheres to all relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop and drive the execution of the firm’s risk, quality and compliance strategy.
- Facilitate, implement, and monitor compliance with Grant Thornton’s policies, procedures, and standards, as well as local regulations and professional standards. Ensure effective risk management, enhance quality control, and integrate these standards into business operations across all service lines.
- Provide accurate and objective business control assessment reports to inform and guide management on the state of compliance with relevant regulations and risk control policies.
- Ongoing monitoring of the regulatory environment in which the firm operates, assessing the impact of any changes and determining the appropriate response.
- Drive and coordinate internal preparations and responses during relevant regulatory and internal quality reviews.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Risk Management, Business, or related field.
- MBA or CIA, CPA, or equivalent plus minimum of 3+ years post-qualification experience.
- Minimum of 5-7 years relevant experience in Compliance Division of Financial Services Sector or Professional Services Firm.
- Experience in auditing or assurance services.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should apply through this link, Click Here and send CVs ONLY to [email protected]
Deadline: 30th June 2024.
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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