Working closely with the Group Internal Audit team, the manager will provide value-adding independent audit services to the Audit Committee, Group Office, senior management and the regulator on the company's capacity to manage risk and to provide reasonable assurance that the system of internal controls, as designed, is achieving its objectives.
We are looking for an experienced Internal Audit Manager who is able to liaise with AIA key parties such as the Audit Committee, Group Office, senior management and the regulator on the company's capacity to lead audit projects seamlessly
Responsibilities:
- Plan, lead/support and implement audits within the organization in accordance with the annual audit plan approved by the Group and Local Audit Committee. Ensure that the working papers, draft audit reports and other deliverables meet internal standards and assignments are completed within budgeted time.
- Communicate the results of audits and other assignments via written reports and oral presentations, and provide professional advice and insights in order to enable informed management decisions.
- Build relationship with senior leaders and work with them to contribute and address issues on risk exposures and controls.
- Liaise with external auditors and regulatory inspectors on audit related matters.
- Whenever required and at Group Internal Audit's request, to undertake audit assignments outside Singapore and also special investigation projects.
Requirements:
- Minimum Bachelor degree in Accounting or Commerce
- Qualified accountant: CA, CPA or equivalent
- Minimum seven years of internal/external audit experience in the insurance, financial or a related industry with supervisory working experience
- Superior knowledge of audit methodologies and audit-related application
- Strong understanding / experience in the insurance industry
- Hands on experience in audit planning and control requirements
- Proven governance and control philosophy
- Hands on experience in data analytics tools, scripting as well as all data analysis and visualisation functions would be an advantage.
- Ability to connect with all levels of management, local and Group, and external parties as appropriate.
- Strong leadership, project management and organisation skills.
- Excellent analytical, written/verbal communication, presentation, interpersonal, and relationship building skills.
- Solid problem solving skills, ability to analyse complex data, identify core issues, investigate, evaluate and reach appropriate conclusions.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet milestones within time, cost and quality constraints.
- Works well in a team environment
