Supports Audit Managers to deliver audits from end to end which includes audit planning, risk assessment, data analytics, fieldwork, closeout meeting and audit reporting.
Responsible for supporting Audit Managers to follow up on next steps arising from audits based on review of appropriate evidence.
General Responsibilities
Support Audit Managers to deliver internal audit projects
Perform audit planning process through data analytics and high-level process understanding and propose audit scope to stakeholders.
Issue a formal audit Terms of Reference (TOR) that outlines audit objectives, detailed scope (supported by key processes and high-level risk assessment), timeline and stakeholders to be involved in/informed.
Conduct audit kick off meeting to communicate information request and interviews required. Lock in dates for interim audit update, final audit clearance meeting and audit issuance.
Conduct audit fieldwork with the use of a Risk and Control Matrix (RCM). Fieldwork includes process walkthrough, identification of key controls, testing of control design and effectiveness. For key risks, design DA scripts to quantify size of risks and choose high risk samples for testing.
Provide regular audit update to stakeholders throughout the audit to discuss emerging findings.
Follow up on next steps
Conduct regular follow up on next steps from audits and provide early warning sign for next steps that are at risk.
Manage GIA interns
Manage interns throughout the audit delivery process.
Conduct regular one to one sessions with interns.
Functional Skills And Knowledge
At least 3 years of experience in an external or internal audit role, with Big 4 experience as a strong advantage
Operational experience outside audit is also an advantage
Experience in healthcare or consumer goods industries is an advantage. International exposure (e.g. working or living abroad) is an advantage
Effective stakeholder management skills based on collaboration, reliability, integrity and empathy
Strong internal audit technical skills relating to risk assessment, control design assessment, control effectiveness testing, concise and effective report writing
Familiar with core accounting principles relating to balance sheet, P&L, cash flow, and international accounting standards
Achieves desired outcomes with effective planning to align various stakeholders and ensure timely execution
Can analyze complex business issues across various functional areas and provide practical solutions
Proficiency in English is required and additional languages (e.g. Mandarin, Thai, Japanese, Vietnamese) are an advantage
Intermediate Word and PowerPoint; advanced Excel. SAP experience is an advantage
Education
University degree or above
Professional qualification such as Chartered Accountant ACA, ACCA, IIA is a strong advantage
