Assistant Director (IAD)

Government Technology Agency (GovTech); Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

GovTech in Singapore is seeking a senior internal auditor to oversee business process integrated audits and IT system audits for robust governance, risk management and internal controls. You will develop risk-based audit plans, lead audits, document results, and communicate findings to the Audit and Risk Committee and management.

Requirements include a tertiary degree in accounting/finance or information systems, with CIA/CISA advantageous and at least 10 years of relevant experience, including

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree or equivalent in accounting/finance/IS.
• CIA/CISA advantageous but not mandatory.
• Minimum 10 years of auditing experience in business process and IT audits.

Responsibilities

• Develop risk-based audit plans, timelines and workflows.
• Lead and supervise business process integrated audits and IT system audits.
• Document audit results and assess the effectiveness of controls.
• Communicate findings and recommendations to Audit and Risk Committee and management.
• Provide independent advisory services to improve processes and controls.
• Lead ad-hoc reviews or investigations as needed.
• Support recruitment and training to build audit team competency.

Skills

Audit leadership

Risk management

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor degree in Accounting/Finance/IS

CIA/CISA advantageous

Tools

IT audit tools

Job description

What the role is

Reporting to the Director, Internal Audit Division (IAD), you will be overseeing the business process integrated audits and IT system audits on the SWDA operations to ensure robust governance, risk management and internal controls within the organisation.

What you will be working on

• Ability to develop risk-based audit plans, workflows and timeline
• Ability to lead, supervise, monitor and/or perform the business process integrated audits and IT system audits
• Ability to ensure proper documentation and conclusion on the results of audit tests and overall effectiveness of controls, adhering to internal guidelines
• Competencies in reporting audit findings and recommendations through formal reports to clearly communicate risks and issues to the Audit and Risk Committee and Management
• Competencies in providing independent advisory services to add value and improve the business processes and internal control systems of the organisation
• Competencies in conducting as appropriate, any special review, ad-hoc projects or investigations as requested by the Audit and Risk Committee and/or Management
• Ability to support in various tasks to build the competency of the audit team, including recruitment and training

What we are looking for

Requirements:

• Tertiary education in Accountancy, Finance, Business, Information Systems, Computer Science or equivalent, and professional qualifications such as CIA, CISA will be advantageous
• Minimum 10 years of relevant auditing experience in business process integrated audits and IT audits with Big 4 accounting firms and/or as an internal auditor with established public listed conglomerate/Singapore government agencies, with at least 3 years of leadership experience
• Good understanding of internal controls, corporate governance, regulatory compliance, auditing standards and accounting principles
• Demonstrate leadership capability to manage multiple audit projects and deliver on commitments while maintaining audit quality
• Good interpersonal skills, able to interact with confidence and develop trusted relationships with key stakeholders
• Meticulous, analytical process-driven, self-starter with the ability to work independently and as a team member
• Possess good business acumen and have an inquisitive mind
• Good report writing and communication skills

Successful candidates will be offered a contract in the first instance and may be considered for an extension or be placed on a permanent tenure.

About the Singapore Public Service

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