Internal Audit Assistant

Cushman & Wakefield; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield in Singapore is seeking an Internal Audit Assistant to support the risk-based audit programme. You will help plan audits, perform control testing, document findings and assist in follow-up actions.

You will interact with management to ensure effective remediation and compliance with governance requirements. The role offers exposure across the organisation, with opportunity to develop broader audit and risk management skills while contributing to continuous improvement of

Qualifications

• Degree in accountancy, finance, auditing, business, risk management or related discipline.
• Professional qualification such as CIA, CPA, CA Singapore, ACCA, or equivalent is an advantage.
• 1–2 years of relevant audit, risk management, governance or compliance experience.
• Prior managerial or supervisory experience is desirable.
• Strong understanding of internal controls and corporate governance practices.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed risk assessments and identify controls to mitigate identified risks.
• Plan audit and review activities across the organisation.
• Test controls through procedures and interviews to verify operating effectiveness.
• Analyse and conclude on control effectiveness and efficiency.
• Identify control gaps and opportunities for improvement.
• Perform timely follow-up and ensure closure of audit issues.
• Document results of audit work and findings.
• Contribute to year-end financial audit with external auditor.
• Provide advice on internal controls and risk mitigation measures.
• Review compliance with governance requirements and statutory rules.

Skills

Governance knowledge

Risk assessment

Internal controls

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Finance, Auditing, Business, Risk Management, or related discipline

Job description

Job Title

Internal Audit Assistant

Job Description Summary

Job Description

About the Role

• Conduct detailed risk assessments and identify controls in place to mitigate identified risks.
• Plan audit and review activities across the organisation.
• Undertake audit procedures to verify that controls are operating through testing and interviewing techniques.
• Analyse and conclude on the effectiveness and efficiency of controls.
• Identify control gaps and opportunities for improvement.
• Perform timely follow-up and ensure proper closure of audit issues.
• Document the results of audit issues and work performed.
• Contribute to the year-end financial audit with the external auditor.
• Provide advice on internal controls and risk mitigation measures.
• Enhance internal audit standards and practices within the Town Council.
• Review compliance with Corporate Governance requirements as stipulated by relevant government agencies.
• Implement and support Enterprise Risk Management initiatives as required.
• Ensure compliance with the Town Councils Act, Town Councils Financial Rules, and other statutory requirements.
• Review contractor compliance with contractual specifications and obligations.
• Facilitate and support the Internal Audit Subcommittee and Investment & Funds Subcommittee.

About You

• Degree in Accountancy, Finance, Auditing, Business, Risk Management, or a related discipline.
• Professional qualification such as CIA, CPA, CA Singapore, ACCA, or equivalent will be an advantage.
• At least 1-2 years of relevant experience in audit, risk management, governance, or compliance functions.
• Prior experience in a managerial or supervisory capacity.
• Strong understanding of internal controls, risk assessment methodologies, and corporate governance practices.
• Familiarity with the Town Councils Act, Town Councils Financial Rules, and statutory compliance requirements will be advantageous.

Why join Cushman & Wakefield?

As one of the leading global real estate services firms transforming the way people work, shop and live working at Cushman & Wakefield means you will benefit from;

• Being part of a growing global company;
• Career development and a promote from within culture;
• An organisation committed to Diversity and Inclusion

We're committed to providing work-life balance for our people in an inclusive, rewarding environment.

We achieve this by providing a flexible and agile work environment by focusing on technology and autonomy to help our people achieve their career ambitions. We focus on career progression and foster a promotion from within culture, leveraging global opportunities to ensure we retain our top talent. We encourage continuous learning and development opportunities to develop personal, professional and technical capabilities, and we reward with a comprehensive employee benefits program.

We have a vision of the future, where people simply belong.

That's why we support and celebrate inclusive causes, not just on days of recognition throughout the year, but every day. We embrace diversity across race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or persons with disabilities or protected veteran status. We ensure DEI is part of our DNA as a global community - it means we go way beyond than just talking about it - we live it. If you want to live it too, join us.