Lead Internal Audit & Investigations: Governance & Risk

SUTD (Singapore University of Technology & Design); Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SUTD in Singapore invites a seasoned Internal Audit professional to join the Internal Audit team as Senior Manager, Internal Audit & Investigations. You will lead risk-based audits, investigations and provide assurance over governance, risk management and internal controls.

You will collaborate with Legal and HR, oversee external auditors, and drive continuous improvement across the University. Requires 10+ years of relevant experience and professional qualifications such as CIA or CA.

Qualifications

• Professional training in Accounting, Finance, Business or related discipline.
• At least 10 years of relevant experience in internal audit, forensic reviews, investigations or related areas.
• Professional qualifications such as CIA or Chartered Accountant would be advantageous.
• Strong governance, risk management and internal control understanding.
• Excellent report writing, presentation and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute annual risk-based internal audit plan.
• Plan and conduct operational, financial and other audits to assess governance, risk management and controls.
• Identify control gaps, emerging risks and opportunities for improvement; provide recommendations.
• Prepare clear reports and present findings to senior management and Audit & Risk Committee.
• Monitor remediation actions and validate closure of audit findings.
• Lead and support special reviews involving sensitive or complex matters.
• Coordinate with Legal, HR and senior management on key issues.
• Oversee external audit engagements; ensure scope, timelines and quality.
• Contribute to ongoing improvement of audit methodologies and practices.

Skills

Governance & risk management

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Report writing

Presentation skills

Independent work

Judgement

Integrity

Education

Accounting/Finance/Business degree

CIA or Chartered Accountant (advantageous)

Job description

SUTD in Singapore invites a seasoned Internal Audit professional to join the Internal Audit team as Senior Manager, Internal Audit & Investigations. You will lead risk-based audits, investigations and provide assurance over governance, risk management and internal controls.

You will collaborate with Legal and HR, oversee external auditors, and drive continuous improvement across the University. Requires 10+ years of relevant experience and professional qualifications such as CIA or CA.