Internal Audit Manager / Senior Manager (Business Audits)

EM Services Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

EM Services Pte Ltd in Singapore seeks an experienced Senior Internal Auditor to manage end-to-end audit cycles across multiple projects, including oversight of outsourced auditors. You will plan engagements, design programs and tests, and review control procedures to ensure compliance with policies and regulatory requirements, while delivering concise reports to leadership.

The role emphasizes data analytics, collaboration with stakeholders, and high-quality audit evidence in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Degree in Accountancy, ACCA, or professional CA qualification with CIA certification; CISA or CFE certification is an advantage
• At least 6 years of experience in internal audit, preferably in construction or engineering services, with exposure to Big 4 firms
• Proficiency in data analytics tools (ACL, IDEA, Power BI, Tableau)
• Self-driven individual who adapts to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Good interpersonal and collaborative skills with objective judgment
• Ability to influence and interact confidently with stakeholders, management, and multi-disciplinary staff
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written) with report writing and presentation abilities
• Strong problem-solving and logical thinking skills
• Meticulous and resourceful with initiative
• Leading by example with organizational and critical thinking skills
• Team player/leader while managing detailed technical work without losing sight of the big picture
• Maintain integrity and professional standards with continuous professional development

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end audit cycle for multiple assignments, including outsourced auditors
• Lead planning of internal audit projects and design audit programs and tests to assess controls and compliance
• Provide guidance to audit team on reviewing control procedures, risk matrices, and data analytics
• Ensure proper audit evidence and documentation per internal audit standards
• Evaluate effectiveness of business processes to identify risks and deficiencies
• Recommend business-focused solutions to mitigate risks and improve governance and efficiency
• Maintain documentation of findings and follow up with business units for timely resolutions
• Ensure comprehensive audit reports are prepared for management review
• Conduct presentations to Management, Audit Committee, and Board of Directors

Skills

Data analytics proficiency

Stakeholder management

Auditing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent

ACCA/CA with CIA certification

Tools

ACL

IDEA

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Job Description

• Manage end-to-end audit cycle for multiple audit assignments, including outsourced auditors for complex audit projects
• Lead the planning of assigned internal audit projects and design audit programs and tests to ascertain the state of internal controls and compliance with corporate policies, guidelines, and regulatory requirements
• Provide guidance to the audit team in reviewing key internal control procedures, risk and control matrices, including data analytics, to complete projects in a timely manner while maintaining audit quality
• Ensure proper audit evidence is obtained and documentation is carried out in accordance with internal audit standards
• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of business processes to identify key risk areas, gaps, weaknesses, and deficiencies in internal controls and compliance
• Recommend business-focused solutions to mitigate risks, improve internal controls, and enhance governance processes and operational efficiency
• Maintain proper documentation of findings and follow up closely with business units to ensure prompt resolutions of audit issues for reporting to the Audit Committee
• Ensure concise and comprehensive audit reports are submitted for review
• Conduct presentations to Management, the Audit Committee, and the Board of Directors

Job Requirements

• Degree in Accountancy, ACCA, or professional CA qualification with CIA certification; CISA or CFE certification is an advantage
• At least 6 years of experience in internal audit, preferably in the construction or engineering services industry, with exposure to Big 4 accounting firms
• Proficiency in data analytics tools (e.g., ACL, IDEA, Power BI, Tableau)
• Self-driven individual who adapts to changing priorities and thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Good interpersonal and collaborative skills with the ability to exercise objective judgment
• Ability to influence and interact confidently, developing trusted relationships with key stakeholders, management, and multi-disciplinary staff
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written) with good report writing and presentation abilities
• Strong problem-solving and logical thinking skills
• Meticulous and resourceful with a high level of commitment and initiative
• Passionate about leading by example with strong organizational and critical thinking skills
• Ability to work effectively as a team player/leader while managing detailed technical work without losing sight of the big picture
• Maintain a high level of integrity and professional standards with continuous professional development