Internal Audit Manager - Industry Leader

Leadingnation; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Permanent position with long-term CARE

Job summary

Leadingnation seeks an Internal Audit Manager to oversee risk management and compliance within the accounting and finance function. Based in Hong Kong, you will ensure internal controls align with regulatory standards and support governance across markets.

You will lead audits across units, evaluate controls, report findings to senior leaders, and monitor remediation efforts. Multinational exposure and travel may be involved, with strong language skills in English and Mandarin valued.

Qualifications

• Plan, manage and execute risk-based internal audit assignments across business units and locations.
• Evaluate effectiveness of internal controls, risk management and governance processes.
• Review operational, financial and compliance controls and identify gaps for improvement.
• Prepare comprehensive audit reports with practical recommendations.
• Present audit findings to senior management and stakeholders.
• Monitor implementation of agreed recommendations and follow-up actions.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage and execute risk-based internal audit assignments across different business units and locations.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management and corporate governance processes.
• Review operational, financial and compliance controls, identifying control gaps and areas for improvement.
• Prepare comprehensive audit reports with practical and commercially focused recommendations.
• Present key audit findings and recommendations to senior management and relevant stakeholders.
• Monitor the implementation of agreed audit recommendations and follow-up actions.
• Work closely with local finance teams, business leaders and stakeholders across markets.
• Support special reviews, investigations and other risk advisory projects as required.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of internal audit methodologies, frameworks and procedures.
• Manage audit assignments and provide guidance to junior team members.
• Travel overseas for audit assignments when required.

Skills

Audit management

Risk assessment

Internal controls

Regulatory knowledge

Stakeholder management

Report writing

Mandarin language

English language

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Professional qualification (HKICPA/ACCA/CPA)

Job description

The Internal Audit Manager will oversee risk management and compliance processes within the accounting and finance department. Based in Hong Kong, this role ensures the company adheres to internal controls and regulatory standards.

Client Details

Our client is a leader in the transportation industry with an extensive network of port operations spanning multiple countries across Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Europe, the Americas and Australasia. With a long-established presence in the industry, the group is recognised for its operational excellence, advanced terminal technologies and strong position.

Description

• Plan, manage and execute risk-based internal audit assignments across different business units and geographical locations
• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management and corporate governance processes
• Review operational, financial and compliance controls, identifying control gaps and areas for improvement
• Prepare comprehensive audit reports with practical and commercially focused recommendations
• Present key audit findings and recommendations to senior management and relevant stakeholders
• Monitor the implementation of agreed audit recommendations and follow-up actions
• Work closely with local finance teams, business leaders and functional stakeholders across different markets
• Support special reviews, investigations and other risk advisory projects when required
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of internal audit methodologies, frameworks and procedures
• Manage audit assignments and provide guidance to junior team members
• Travel overseas for audit assignments when required

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related discipline
• Qualified accountant, such as HKICPA, ACCA, CPA or an equivalent professional qualification
• Approximately 8 years or above of relevant experience in external and internal audit
• Previous audit experience with a Big Four accounting firm is essential
• Subsequent in-house internal audit experience within a sizeable commercial organization is essential
• Candidates with experience in multinational corporations, conglomerates, infrastructure, logistics, transportation or other operationally complex industries would be highly regarded
• Strong understanding of internal controls, risk management, corporate governance and audit methodologies
• Proven ability to manage end-to-end audit assignments and communicate findings to senior stakeholders
• Strong analytical, report-writing, stakeholder management and problem-solving skills
• Excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese, including Mandarin

Job Offer

• Performance-based bonus.
• Permanent position with long-term career prospects.