Internal Audit Associate

EM Services Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

EM Services Pte Ltd is seeking an Internal Audit professional to support planning, data analysis, and execution of audit engagements. You will assist in designing audit programs, perform fieldwork, and gather evidence in line with approved scope.

Responsibilities include evaluating business processes, controls, and compliance, documenting findings with root causes, and presenting results to management. Fresh graduates may be considered; strong communication and analytical skills are essential

Qualifications

• Bachelor/equivalent in accounting or related field; professional certs are a plus.
• 2 years of relevant internal or external audit experience preferred in construction/engineering services.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of data-analytics tools (Tableau, ACL, Power BI) is advantageous.
• Strong written and verbal communication; capable of clear reporting and presentations.

Responsibilities

• Gather and analyse data for planning each audit engagement.
• Assist in designing audit programs, procedures, and tests.
• Perform internal audit work and follow up on issues.
• Assess governance, risk, and internal controls; ensure regulatory compliance.
• Document audit work and draft observations with root causes and mitigation.

Skills

Data analytics

Audit planning

Communication

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent

Professional qualifications such as CA/ACCA/CIA/CISA/CFE

Tools

Excel

Tableau

ACL

Power BI

IDEA

Job description

Responsibilities

• Gather and analyse data and information required for the planning of each audit engagement.
• Support the Team Leader to design and apply data‑analytics techniques (using Excel, ACL, Tableau) in audit assignments to identify potential issues, trends and anomalies.
• Assist in the design of the audit program (including audit procedures and audit tests) for each audit assignment.
• Perform internal audit work (including follow‑up of past audit issues) and gather evidence in accordance with the approved audit program. Provide timely updates to the Team Leader on job status.
• Assist in evaluating the effectiveness and efficiency of business processes and related risk management, internal controls and governance processes, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and Company policies and procedures.
• Assist in identifying corporate governance, internal controls and business process improvement issues for initial discussion with appropriate process owners and management personnel.
• Document accurate audit work performed and audit results in a clear and organised manner, supported by audit evidence for review by the Team Leader. Resolve review notes and apply learning to future assignments.
• Identify, develop and draft comprehensive audit observations (including root causes and risks) on weaknesses in the control environment, and make value‑added recommendations for process improvements.
• At the end of fieldwork, assist the Team Leader in conducting closing meetings to communicate draft audit findings to management.
• Assist the Team Leader in finalising audit findings, recommendations and reports, and collate management responses and action plans to mitigate risk.
• Track issues identified by Internal Audit and external auditors and monitor implementation progress of management action plans. Conduct validation reviews on management remediation actions to address control deficiencies.
• Assist in developing the Annual Internal Audit Plan using a risk‑based approach.
• Assist in the preparation of deliverables such as audit reports and presentation materials to Management and the Audit Committee.
• Ensure assigned projects are completed in a timely manner and within the allocated project budget.
• Perform ad‑hoc tasks and special projects/reviews as assigned from time to time.

Job Requirements

• A good bachelor’s degree in Accounting or an equivalent field from a recognised university, or a relevant professional qualification (e.g., CA, ACCA). Professional certifications such as CIA, CISA and/or CFE would be an advantage. Candidates with Engineering/Quantity Surveying/Building Management university degrees or professional qualifications will also be considered.
• Relevant experience in internal or external audit of 2 years, preferably in the construction or engineering services industry.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of Tableau or other data‑analytics tools (e.g., ACL, IDEA, Power BI) will be an advantage.
• Good verbal and written business communication skills with strong report writing and presentation skills.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills with high attention to detail.
• Proactive mindset with the ability to exercise objective judgement and sound logical and critical thinking skills.
• Meticulous and resourceful with strong organisational skills and the capability to adapt to changing multiple priorities and challenges.
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with multidisciplinary colleagues at all levels.
• Positive work attitude, with a high level of initiative and commitment. Strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Highly self‑motivated team player with the ability to work independently and effectively under pressure, handling multiple engagements with minimal supervision in a fast‑paced and dynamic environment.
• Continuous learning attitude and willingness to share knowledge and ideas.
• Highly focused and able to work under tight timelines.
• Ability to maintain and ensure confidentiality.
• Maintain high level of integrity and professional standards.
• Fresh graduates may also be considered.