Internal Audit Manager - Industry Leader

Michael Page International (HK) Ltd; Hong Kong Island; On-site; HKD 614,000 - 670,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Double Pay

Discretionary Bonus

Job summary

Michael Page International (HK) Ltd. is seeking an Internal Audit Manager to oversee risk management and compliance within the accounting and finance team. Based in Hong Kong, the role ensures adherence to internal controls and regulatory standards in a leading transportation group.

The ideal candidate has a Big Four background with 8+ years of relevant audit experience, strong English and Mandarin skills, and the ability to guide junior staff while coordinating cross-market audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related discipline.
• Qualified accountant and professional qualification (HKICPA/ACCA/CPA or equivalent).
• Approximately 8 years or more of relevant internal and external audit experience.
• Big Four audit background is essential.
• In-house internal audit experience in a large commercial organisation is essential.
• Experience in multinational corporations or complex industries is valued.
• Strong understanding of internal controls, risk management and governance.
• Able to manage end-to-end audit assignments and communicate findings to senior stakeholders.
• Strong written and spoken English and Chinese, including Mandarin.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Analytical skills

Report-writing

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

English & Mandarin proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Professional accounting qualification (HKICPA/ACCA/CPA)

Job description

Internal Audit Manager - Industry Leader

$55k - $60k p.m. + Double Pay + Discretionary Bonu

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.