Internal Audit Unit
This Internal Audit Charter sets out the broad legal framework in respect of Internal Auditing of Cape Coast Metropolitan Assembly. The Internal Audit Charter outlines the objectives, structure, authority and responsibilities of Management, the Internal Audit Unit as well as other departments, units and sub-structures in respect of Internal Auditing in Cape Coast Metropolitan Assembly.
The Internal Audit Agency Act,2003 (Act 658) also stipulates that, the Cape Coast Metropolitan Assembly maintains an Internal Audit Function as an overall control measure to provide an invaluable quality assurance and independent service to all levels of management in achieving the objectives of the Cape Coast Metropolitan Assembly, any department, unit or sub-structure within the Metropolitan Assembly.
Vision
To be regarded as a valued resource by management, staff and our employers in accordance with the highest professional and ethical standards.
Mission
The mission of Internal Audit Unit is to enhance and protect organizational value by providing risk-based and objective assurance, advice, and insight. The Internal Audit activity would help the Metropolitan Assembly accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and control processes.
Purpose
The purpose of the Internal Audit Unit is to provide independent, objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value and improve the Metropolitan Assembly’s operations.
Core Functions & Responsibilities
The purpose of the Internal Auditing Function is to carry out audits and professional evaluations of the activities of the Organization, and to ensure that the system of internal controls applicable to financial, programme and project areas provide reasonable assurance to management and that:
- The financial, managerial and operating information reported internally and externally is accurate, reliable and timely;
- The financial activities of the Metropolitan Assembly are in compliance with laws, policies, plans, standards and procedure;
- The Metropolitan Assembly’s resources adequately safeguarded, used judiciously and for the intended purpose(s);
- The Metropolitan Assembly’s resources are used economically, effectively and efficiently;
- Plans, goals and objectives of the Metropolitan Assembly are achieved;
- Risks are adequately managed in the Metropolitan Assembly;
- Facilitate the prevention and detection of fraud, abuse and waste;
- Provide a means for keeping the Metropolitan Assembly full and currently informed about problems and deficiencies related to the administration of its programs and operations and the necessity for appropriate corrective action.
Management
Mrs Ama Arhin
Contact Details
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Phone Number
+233 24-217-5314 -
Email Address
iau@ccma.gov.gh -
Location
CC - 000 - 0889,
Cape Coast Metropolis, Ghana.