Chief Auditor - Asia South Cluster Head and Chief Audit Executive, Singapore | Singapore, SG

Chief Auditor - Asia South Cluster Head and Chief Audit Executive, Singapore

Position Summary:
The Chief Auditor for Asia South Cluster and Chief Audit Executive for Singapore is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing independent assurance of the internal control environment across Citi Asia South cluster. The role reports to Citi IA International and operates independently from management.
This role manages IA teams across multiple jurisdictions including Singapore, ensuring alignment with global Internal Audit standards and regulatory expectations. The incumbent acts as a key liaison and Senior Manager for Citi Singapore Internal Audit with the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS). They also oversee IA activities, including regulatory engagement with key authorities through dedicated in-country Heads of Audits for other countries in the Asia South Cluster.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership

• Manage and oversee Citi Internal Audit activities for the Asia South Cluster, including Singapore, India, South Asia (Bangladesh and Sri Lanka), Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam.
• Lead and collaborate with teams to define and execute the audit strategy aligned with local and global priorities.
• Provide strategic counsel to senior business and risk leaders on controls, governance, and emerging risks.
• Build and maintain relationships with regulators, industry associations, and professional bodies, representing Citi IA on regulatory developments and industry best practices in Singapore.

Audit Oversight

• Ensure comprehensive IA coverage over key and emerging audit needs across Citi's activities in the region.
• Deliver high-quality, risk-based audits in line with the audit plan.
• Enhance audit processes through data analytics, automation, and agile methodologies.

Regulatory Engagement and Duties

• Serve as the primary IA contact for regulators like MAS in Singapore and oversee engagement activities in other jurisdictions.
• Fulfill duties as the appointed Senior Manager for Citi Singapore Internal Audit, ensuring compliance with MAS Guidelines.
• Manage regulatory submissions and responses to audits and examinations.

Governance and Risk Management

• Provide independent reporting on audit findings, trends, and risk themes to senior management and audit committees.
• Collaborate on internal control effectiveness, issue remediation, and risk monitoring.
• Stay updated on regulatory changes and emerging risks.

People Leadership

• Lead, coach, and develop a diverse, high-performing audit team.
• Promote a culture of integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion within the team and across the organization.

Qualifications:

• 20+ years in internal audit or related functions within financial services.
• Strong knowledge of Asia South financial markets and regulatory environments, especially Singapore.
• Proven leadership in managing large teams, engaging with senior management, boards, and regulators.
• Experience leading complex audit programs and regulatory interactions.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic skills.
• Professional certifications like CPA, CA, CIA preferred.
• Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting, Finance, or related field.