Lead Internal Audit Manager — AI-Driven Controls & Governance

Seagate Technology; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Seagate Technology in Singapore seeks an Internal Audit Manager to lead audit engagements in accordance with IIA standards, overseeing a team and driving assurance across operations, finance, and compliance. You will champion internal controls, governance, and effective remediation while partnering with management on improvements.

The role emphasizes collaboration, analytical rigor, and the application of AI to enhance audit efficiency and insights within a global manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in internal audit or in public accounting (Big 4 a plus).
• 3+ years’ experience in managing staff/teams.
• Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent experience.
• Professional certification in audit and/or accounting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficiency in AI and Microsoft Office applications; experience with audit software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Apply COSO control principles in identifying areas of risk in audit engagements.
• Planning, assigning and supervising the daily activity and work of other auditors.
• Manage a team in the design and execution of operational, financial, and compliance audits to ensure adequacy and effectiveness of the internal control environment, compliance with Company policies and procedures and all applicable laws and regulations and identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Teach, train and coach staff, as necessary.
• Use AI to improve processes and efficiency.
• Design, develop and provide input to IA policies, procedures and work programs.
• Ability to perform review of audit evidence to ensure it supports audit findings.
• Ability to prepare clear, comprehensive audit reports, highlighting areas of risk, employing the key elements of good audit findings, and communicating results to key stakeholders.
• Provide recommendations to improve business processes, providing realistic, effective and efficient business solutions.
• Ability to balance diplomacy with assertiveness and negotiate effectively without damaging relationships.
• Ensure that audits and advisory projects are complete on time and on budget.
• Assist Audit Director in identifying areas for inclusion in the audit universe.
• Assist Audit Director in the risk assessment process, identifying areas for audit.
• Assist, where necessary, in testing the effectiveness of the Company's key controls for SOX and work with management to ensure remediation is adequately implemented for deficiencies identified.
• Provide input into the identification and implementation of 'best practices'.
• Keep abreast of emerging accounting, auditing and risk issues.
• Be a role model for company values and demonstrate the highest ethical standards.
• Interact with Company management and key personnel to build/maintain ongoing business relationships by utilizing strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Team management

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Professional certification in audit and/or accounting

Tools

AI proficiency

Microsoft Office

Audit software

Job description

Seagate Technology in Singapore seeks an Internal Audit Manager to lead audit engagements in accordance with IIA standards, overseeing a team and driving assurance across operations, finance, and compliance. You will champion internal controls, governance, and effective remediation while partnering with management on improvements.

The role emphasizes collaboration, analytical rigor, and the application of AI to enhance audit efficiency and insights within a global manufacturing environment.