AVP, Internal Auditor, Group Audit

DBS Bank Ltd; Jakarta Pusat; On-site; IDR 360,000,000 - 540,000,000; Full time

Job summary

DBS Bank Ltd is seeking an experienced Audit professional at the Jakarta Head Office. The role focuses on end-to-end audits of Consumer Banking products, assessing governance and risk management, and reporting findings to senior management.

You will engage with senior stakeholders while maintaining audit independence in a dynamic banking environment. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in auditing or related fields, strong understanding of banking products, and professional certifications such as

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–8 years of relevant experience in Internal Audit, External Audit, Risk Assurance, or Consulting.
• Banking/financial services experience preferred.
• Candidates from Big 4 firms with banking clients encouraged to apply.
• Internal Audit experience in banks is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Execute end-to-end audit engagements per the Bank’s Methodology and IIA Standards.
• Assess governance, risk management, and internal control frameworks.
• Perform risk-based audits of Consumer Banking products and processes.
• Identify control gaps and remediation plans.
• Prepare high-quality audit reports for senior management.
• Monitor timely closure of audit issues.
• Build relationships with stakeholders while maintaining independence.
• Promote governance and risk management improvements.
• Leverage data analytics and technology-enabled audit techniques.

Skills

Independent mindset

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance/Business/IS

CIA/CPA/ACCA/ACA/CISA

CFA/FRM/MBA beneficial

Tools

CAATs

Data analytics tools

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Execute end-to-end audit engagements in accordance with the Bank’s Audit Methodology and the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Standards.
• Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal control frameworks.
• Perform risk-based audits covering Consumer Banking products, processes, and operations.
• Identify control gaps, operational risks, regulatory issues, and recommend practical remediation plans.
• Prepare high-quality audit reports and communicate findings to senior management.
• Monitor and validate the timely closure of audit issues.
• Build trusted relationships with business stakeholders while maintaining audit independence.
• Promote continuous improvement of governance, risk management, and internal control practices.
• Leverage data analytics and technology-enabled audit techniques where appropriate.

Requirements

Experience

• Minimum 5–8 years of relevant experience in Internal Audit, External Audit, Risk Assurance, or Consulting.
• Experience within banking or financial services is highly preferred.
• Strong exposure to Consumer Banking products (rather than Corporate Banking).
• Candidates from Big 4 firms with significant banking clients are encouraged to apply.
• Prior Internal Audit experience in local or international banks is a strong advantage.

E** ducation & Professional Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Information Systems, or a related discipline.
• Professional certifications such as CIA, CPA, ACCA, ACA, or CISA are highly preferred.
• Additional qualifications such as CFA, FRM, or MBA are advantageous.

Technical Competencies

• Strong understanding of banking products, operations, risk management, governance, and regulatory requirements.
• Sound knowledge of internal audit methodology and internal control frameworks.
• Familiarity with IT General Controls (ITGC), Computer-Assisted Audit Techniques (CAATs), and data analytics is an advantage.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess complex business risks.
• Excellent report writing, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.

Behavioural Competencies

• Ability to maintain an independent and objective mindset.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills with senior stakeholders.
• Effective influencing, negotiation, and conflict resolution capabilities.
• Excellent planning, organization, and project management skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Creative thinking with the ability to develop practical control improvements.
• Continuous learning mindset with a willingness to coach and support others.

Ideal Candidate Profile

We are particularly interested in candidates who have:

• More than 5 years of audit experience.
• Hands-on exposure to Consumer Banking products and operations.
• Internal Audit experience within banks or Big 4 firms serving banking clients.
• Strong knowledge of banking regulations, governance, operational risk, and internal controls.
• Experience managing audit engagements and engaging effectively with senior business stakeholders.

Location:

Jakarta Head Office

Job:

Audit

Schedule:

Regular

Employee Status:

Full time