Senior Internal Auditor - Governance and Risk Specialist

Senior Citizen Home Safety Association 長者安居協會; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

SCHSA is seeking an experienced Internal Auditor to strengthen governance, risk management, and internal controls. Reporting to the Board Audit Committee, the role focuses on evaluating processes, controls, and compliance, identifying weaknesses, and driving sustainable improvements across the organization.

The ideal candidate brings 10+ years in internal audit or related functions, with strong analytical and reporting skills, and the ability to influence across all levels.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of Internal Audit, Internal Controls, Risk Management, Compliance, or related functions with manager-level exposure.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Risk Management, Business Administration, or related discipline.
• Experience from listed companies, sizable corporations, audit firms, non-profit organizations, and/or regulated environments preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills.
• High integrity, professional skepticism, and ability to exercise independent judgment.
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills across all levels.
• Candidates seeking a part-time arrangement (e.g. 3 days per week) are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate operational, financial and compliance controls to ensure effectiveness, efficiency and adherence to policies/SOPs and regulatory requirements.
• Identify control deficiencies, assess risk exposure, and recommend practical mitigation measures.
• Plan and conduct internal audits, special reviews, investigations and fraud-risk assessments as required.
• Prepare clear and concise audit reports, including findings, root cause analysis, risk assessments, and recommendations.
• Recommend corrective actions and process enhancements to strengthen internal controls and operational efficiency.
• Monitor and follow up on mitigation plan to ensure timely closure of audit findings.
• Prepare quarterly audit summary reports and present key observations and recommendations to Management and the Board Audit Committee.
• Promote a culture of accountability, risk awareness, and continuous improvement across the organization.

Skills

Internal Audit

Internal Controls

Risk Management

Compliance

Stakeholder Management

Report Writing

Fraud Risk Assessments

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Job description

SCHSA is seeking an experienced Internal Auditor to strengthen governance, risk management, and internal controls. Reporting to the Board Audit Committee, the role focuses on evaluating processes, controls, and compliance, identifying weaknesses, and driving sustainable improvements across the organization.

The ideal candidate brings 10+ years in internal audit or related functions, with strong analytical and reporting skills, and the ability to influence across all levels.