Audit Manager

TYCO ELECTRONICS SINGAPORE PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing company in Singapore is seeking a Manager of Internal Audit to oversee audit performance and improve operations through effective risk management. The role requires 10+ years of experience in audit, strong leadership, and communication skills. Responsibilities include overseeing audits across various regions, mentoring staff, and proposing improved business processes. Candidates must hold a degree in accounting or finance and be willing to travel. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in audit and accounting, including supervisory/managerial experience.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally for approximately 10%-30% of the time.
• Firm grounding in personal and business ethics.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the performance of audits and reviews throughout the Americas region.
• Identify and define audit issues, recommend improved internal controls.
• Provide leadership and oversight of audit planning and execution.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Negotiation

Education

BS in accounting or finance related fields

CPA

CIA

MBA

Job description

Reporting to the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors, the Internal Audit department’s mission is to provide independent and objective assurance and consulting services designed to improve the Company's operations. It assists the organization accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematicand disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, internal controls, and governance processes. There are approximately 40 IA professionals located throughout the world including the US, Singapore, Costa Rica, China, Spain, Brazil and Poland. The IAdepartment has sub-functions with specialists in Financial, IT and Forensic audits.

This position reports to the Director of Internal Audit and currently has five audit team members reporting to it.

The Manager of Internal Audit is expected to carry out the vision and mission of Internal Audit to improve the Company’s operations through a systematic and disciplined approach.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the performance of audits and reviews throughout the Americas region, with exposure to financial, functional, and business operations.
• Identify, and clearly define, audit issues and root causes, recommend improved internal controls and business processes, and ensure that corrective action plans are developed and implemented.
• Promote a strong internal control environment and best practice sharing.
• Provide direct leadership and oversight of audit planning / risk assessment, audit execution, closure, and reporting for multiple audit teams across a wide variety of businesses.
• Interface with many levels and functions across the organization, including Senior Management.
• Review audit work papers and audit reports, along with providing auditors with coaching.
• Assist in defining the annual audit plan.
• Drive monthly scheduling / resource allocation of Internal Auditor and Assistant Managers across planned jobs.
• Budgeting across planned jobs and expense report approval of Internal Auditor and Assistant Managers.
• Evaluate auditor performance as well efficiency and effectiveness of audit engagements.
• Actively mentor staff for continued growth and development within the Audit function as well as preparing staff for off-boarding opportunities.
• Assist with recruiting efforts, off-boarding efforts, and the FDP/Internship program.
• Take the lead in departmental initiatives to foster an atmosphere of continuous improvement and obtaining TEOA-F star level targets.
• Collaborate with the Data Analytics team on dashboard development and advocate for wider adoption.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of US GAAP as it applies to a global, public manufacturing Company
• The ability to manage multiple audits and initiatives simultaneously
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; multi-lingual skills a plus, including fluent English writing and speaking skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to lead teams in a fluid environment

Minimum Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in audit and accounting, including supervisory/managerial experience.
• Ability to travel both domestically as well as internationally for approximately 10%-30% of the time.
• BS in accounting or finance related fields, CPA, CIA, and/or MBA strongly preferred.
• Firm groundingin both personal and business ethics.
• Familiar with manufacturing plant and operation activities.

Success Factors

• Ability to influence others including those with differing priorities and opinions
• Ability to negotiate with others and resolve conflict
• Ability to communicate constructively and problem solving