Gather and analyse data and information required for the planning of each audit assignment based on the approved Annual Internal Audit Plan.
Design audit program (including audit procedures and audit tests) of each audit assignment.
Perform internal audit work (including follow-up of past audit issues) and gather evidence in accordance with the approved audit program.
Design and apply data analytics techniques (using Excel, ACL, Tableau) in audit assignments.
Evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of business processes and related risk management, internal controls and governance process, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and Company's policies and procedures.
Identify corporate governance, internal controls and business process improvement issues for initial discussion with appropriate process owners and management personnel.
Document accurate audit work performed and audit result in a clear and organised manner, supported by audit evidence for review by Team leader. Resolve review notes and apply learning to future assignments.
Identify, develop and draft comprehensive audit observations (including root causes and risks) on weaknesses in control environment, and make value-added recommendations for process improvements.
At the end of fieldwork review, assists Team Leader in conducting closing meetings to communicate draft audit findings to management.
Assist Team Leader in finalizing the audit findings, recommendations and reports, and collate management responses and action plans to mitigate risk.
Track issues identified by Internal Audit and external auditors, and monitor implementation progress of management action plans. Conduct validation review on management remediation actions to address control deficiencies.
Contribute in developing Annual Internal Audit Plan using a risk-based approach.
Contribute in the preparation of deliverables such as audit reports and presentation materials to Management and Audit Committee
Ensure assigned projects are completed in a timely manner and within the project budget allocated.
Perform ad hoc tasks and special projects/reviews as assigned from time to time.
Job Requirements
A good bachelor's degree in Accountancy or equivalent from a recognised university or relevant professional qualification.
At least 3 years internal audit experience, preferably in construction or engineering services industry with exposure in Big 4 accounting firms.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (i.e. Word, Excel and Powerpoint). Knowledge in tableau or other data analytics tools (e.g. ACL, IDEA, Power BI, etc) will be an advantage.
Good organisational and interpersonal skills with ability to interact effectively with multi-disciplinary colleagues at all levels
Strong problem solving and analytical skills with high attention to details.
Ability to exercise objective judgement with strong logical and critical thinking skills.
Self-motivated team player with continuous learning attitude, sharing knowledge and ideas within Internal Audit.
Positive work attitude, with high level of commitment and initiative.
Good verbal and written business communications with strong report writing and presentation skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast paced and dynamic environment.
Proactive and adaptable to changing priorities and different challenges
Ability to maintain and ensure confidentiality
Maintain high level of integrity and professional standards