Manager / Assistant Manager - Group Internal Audit

Leadingnation; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Leadingnation seeks an experienced internal audit professional in Hong Kong to join our assurance team. You will support the development and maintenance of the Group’s audit universe and risk profiles, perform risk assessment, and contribute to the annual audit plan.

Strong knowledge of HK listing rules and IFRS is preferred. The role requires a bachelor degree in Accounting/Finance, professional qualifications (HKICPA/CIA/CISA), and at least 6 years’ external/internal audit experience, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance is required.
• Professional qualification such as HKICPA/CIA/CISA or equivalent is a must.
• Minimum 6 years of external and/or internal audit experience; Big4/Advisory or MNC background beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and maintenance of the Group’s audit universe and risk profiles; perform risk assessment and contribute to the annual audit plan.
• Support the development and maintenance of audit policies and procedures.
• Assist in enhancing audit processes through standards, methodologies and techniques.
• Develop and/or review audit plans, programs and test plans at assignment level.
• Plan, lead and conduct audits in an integrated approach and perform investigations as needed.
• Perform walkthroughs, data analysis and audit testing to identify key risks and controls; document work per standards.
• Prepare and review audit reports; discuss findings with senior management and track remediation progress.
• Monitor audit progress, ensure quality, and support team performance.
• Mentor and coach junior staff; stay updated on regulatory requirements and best practices.

Skills

Audit experience

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting / Finance

HKICPA / CIA or equivalent

Tools

COSO

COBIT

HKFRS / IFRS

Job description

• Degree holder in Accounting / Finance
• Holder HKICPA, CIA, etc qualification
• Minimum 6 years exp. in external & internal audit

Responsibilities

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  Support the development and maintenance of the Group’s audit universe and risk profiles, as well as performing risk assessment and developing the risk-based annual audit plan

  
  


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  Support the development and maintenance of the Group’s audit policies and procedures

  
  


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  Assist in developing and enhancing the Group’s audit process and proficiency through the implementation of audit standards, methodologies, and techniques

  
  


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  Develop and/ or review the internal audit plan, audit programs and test plans at assignment level

  
  


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  Plan, lead and/ or conduct a broad range of audits in an integrated audit approach and perform ad hoc reviews or investigations on different areas to determine the adequacy and effectiveness of the Group’s risk management and internal control systems in addition to regulatory compliance measures

  
  


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  Perform walkthrough, data analysis and audit testing to identify key risks, assess controls, and develop recommendations on solving or mitigating risks and control issues during audits; ensure all audit work done are properly and timely documented in accordance with the required standards

  
  


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  Prepare and/ or review audit reports, discuss and present audit findings/ observations with senior management and executives. Track management’s remediation progress and perform follow-up reviews to ensure audit recommendations are properly and timely implemented by the audited units

  
  


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  Responsible to monitor the audit progress, ensure the audit quality, and the team’s overall performance

  
  


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  Assist in developing and leading the department’s talent development program, be a mentor and provide coaching to the team

  
  


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  Stay current of the regulatory requirements, industry, and business environment, as well as knowledge of the relevant best practice and audit tools, audit techniques and performance standards

  
  

Requirements

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  Bachelor’s degree holder in Accounting, Finance, Statistics, International Business, or related disciplines

  
  


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  Relevant professional qualification is a must, i.e., CPA, CIA or CISA, etc.

  
  


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  Minimum 6 years of experience in external and/ or internal audit from Big 4 (Advisory) or MNC with at least 3 years in supervisory position

  
  


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  Good understanding and knowledge of Hong Kong Listing Rules, HKFRS/ IFRS/ CAS, relevant regulatory requirements, applicable auditing standards and control frameworks, i.e., COSO, or COBIT, etc.

  
  


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  Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Chinese. Proficiency in Putonghua is an advantage

  
  


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  Strong leadership, project management, analytical, interpersonal and presentation skills

  
  


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  Self-directed, and able to work with minimum supervision

  
  


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  Team-oriented with a strong sense of ownership

  
  


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  Highly motivated with the ability to multi-task and remain organized

  
  


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  Able to commit up to 30% regional/ international travel

  
  

(We are an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. All personal data will be kept in the strictest confidence and will be used for recruitment purpose only. All applicants maybe considered for other suitable positions in KLN. All personal data of unsuccessful candidates will be destroyed.)