Job Description

The Role

This position will be leading the internal audit team consisting of Senior Manager, Managers and Executives, contributing towards the establishment of an effective risk control environment in the Group. Key deliverables will involve the delivery of internal audit plans for REITs including project delivery and management, coaching of staff and stakeholder management.

Job Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and execute audit programs to adequately identify and assess risks.
• Perform walkthroughs with process owners to identify key processes and controls, as well as identify gaps.
• Perform Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Controls testing and review testing procedures.
• Participate in or lead internal ethics and fraud investigations and assist in ad-hoc projects when needed.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal processes and controls, recommending opportunities for improvement.
• Supervise, provide leadership and ensure the effective functioning of the Internal Audit Team.
• Participate in ad-hoc and special assignments/projects as and when delegated by the CEO.

Job Requirements

• Degree in Accountancy or its equivalent and at least one and preferably several recognized professional designations such as CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE and CMA.
• At least 15 years’ of relevant working experience and 5 years of people management experience.
• Possess excellent business communication, influencing and persuasive skills, strong planning, organizational and analytical skills.
• Good knowledge of the Sarbanes Oxley control requirements with experience working in an international company based in Asia.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Good written and spoken English is a must to be able to present effectively across the Group.