Associate / Senior Associate, Internal Audit

ALPADIS RISK CONSULTING (S) PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Exposure to MAS-regulated clients

Professional development and career...

Job summary

ALPADIS RISK CONSULTING (S) PTE. LTD. in Singapore is seeking an associate or senior associate to join the internal audit services team for financial institutions.

The role involves fieldwork, using audit software, and evaluating MAS regulatory controls to enhance compliance and efficiency. The ideal candidate holds a Finance/Accountancy/Business degree, with CIA or CA/CPA preferred, and at least 2 years of internal audit or related experience within financial institutions.

Qualifications

• Degree in Finance, Accountancy, or Business Administration.
• CIA or CA/CPA preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant internal audit experience.
• Understanding of MAS regulations for external asset managers, fund management companies and payment service providers.
• Audit experience within financial institutions is an advantage.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, writing and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Participate in audit fieldwork and keep engagement managers informed of engagement progress and status.
• Use audit software and data analysis tools to support audit testing and documentation.
• Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls against MAS regulations and industry practices.
• Review processes and controls and formulate recommendations to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Prepare internal audit reports, including audit observations and recommendations.
• Recommend practical process improvements to address control gaps and enhance operational efficiency.
• Work independently on day-to-day matters and collaborate with colleagues, clients and auditors as required.

Skills

Internal audit

Regulatory understanding

Analytical skills

Communication

Team player

Education

Degree in Finance/Accountancy/Business Admin

CIA or CA/CPA preferred

Job description

Alpadis provides bespoke support services to private, institutional and corporate clients worldwide. Headquartered in Switzerland, Alpadis provides corporate and trust services in key markets including Singapore, Hong Kong, the United Arab Emirates, Japan, and Uruguay. In Singapore, we work closely with MAS-regulated financial institutions. We deliver tailored regulatory support that meets the needs of MAS-regulated financial institutions through expert local teams and our robust global network. We are looking for associate or senior associate to join our internal audit services for financial institutions in Singapore.

Description:

• Participate in audit fieldwork and keep engagement managers informed of engagement progress and status.
• Use audit software and data analysis tools to support audit testing and documentation.
• Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls against MAS regulations and industry practices.
• Review processes and controls and formulate recommendations to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Prepare internal audit reports, including audit observations and recommendations.
• Recommend practical process improvements to address control gaps and enhance operational efficiency.
• Work independently on day-to-day matters and collaborate with colleagues, clients and auditors as required.

Skills/Requirements:

• Degree in Finance, Accountancy, Business Administration or equivalent; CIA or CA/CPA preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in internal audit, risk advisory or compliance.
• Understanding of the financial industry and MAS regulations for external asset managers, fund management companies and payment service providers.
• Prior audit experience within financial institutions is an advantage.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, writing and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments.
• Proactive team player.

Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Exposure to leading MAS-regulated clients
• Professional development and career progression
• Small team with a collaborative culture, modern office in the city centre
• International environment and cross-border collaboration opportunities