Audit Manager - Banking (director level)

Confidential; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mid-tier professional services firm in Singapore is looking for an experienced Audit Manager/Director to lead audit engagements for banking and financial services clients. The role involves managing audits, building strong client relationships, and mentoring junior team members. Candidates should possess a CPA/CA or equivalent, with at least 9 years of experience in external audit, and demonstrate strong leadership and analytical skills. This is an exciting opportunity to grow expertise in the financial sector.

Qualifications

• Minimum 9 years of external audit/assurance experience in banking/financial services.
• Strong knowledge of SFRS 15 and SFRS 109 standards.
• Proven ability to lead high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage audits and assurance engagements in banking sector.
• Build client relationships and act as a key contact.
• Ensure delivery quality through feedback and coaching.

Skills

Strong leadership capabilities

Excellent communication

Analytical mindset

Client management

Education

CPA/CA or equivalent accounting qualification

Job description

About the client:

Our client is a leading mid-tier professional services firm with a strong footprint in the commercial sector. Their audit & assurance business is trusted by clients across commercials, financial services, and investment-related industries to deliver high-quality, insights-driven audits. As they continue to grow, we are seeking a dedicated and experienced audit manager/director to lead engagements for their portfolio of banking and financial services clients. Depending on seniority, they are also looking for someone to join as local partner with potential to be equity partner.

The Opportunity:

This role offers an exciting opportunity to work closely with leading banks and financial institutions across a range of technical and regulatory challenges. You will manage end-to-end audit engagements, mentor junior team members and play a key role in strengthening client relationships and delivering high-quality assurance outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the planning, execution, and completion of statutory audits and assurance engagements for clients in the financial services and banking sector
• Build strong client relationships and act as a key contact for engagement partners and stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting and auditing standards (e.g., MAS regulations)
• Review work performed by the audit team, provide timely coaching and feedback, and ensure delivery quality
• Manage engagement timelines, budgets, and resource planning
• Identify and communicate audit findings, risks, and recommendations clearly and effectively
• Contribute to practice development through knowledge sharing, technical training, and supporting business development initiatives

What We're Looking For:

• CPA/CA or equivalent accounting qualification
• Minimum 9 years of external audit or assurance experiences within the banking or financial services clients, with strong leadership capabilities and client management
• Strong knowledge of banking accounting standards (e.g., SFRS 15, SFRS 109) and regulatory requirements
• Proven ability to manage multiple engagements and lead high-performing teams
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset
• Prior experience in a mid-tier or Big Four environment will be an advantage

Make your mark where it matters.

If you're an audit professional ready to lead with purpose and grow your expertise in the banking sector, we'd love to hear from you.