Manager, Internal Audit, Control & Governance

JOBSTUDIO PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

JOBSTUDIO PTE LTD in Singapore seeks a senior governance professional to strengthen enterprise risk management, internal controls, compliance and data protection across the organisation. You will review processes, perform control testing, assess risks and report to senior stakeholders, driving remediation actions and governance improvements.

This role requires at least six years in internal audit, risk management or governance, with ACCA/CIA advantageous and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accountancy or equivalent professional qualification.
• Minimum 6 years of relevant experience in internal audit, internal controls, risk management, compliance or governance.
• Strong knowledge of internal controls, risk assessment and auditing principles.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk and control assessments across operational and business functions.
• Review processes and controls to identify risks, gaps and improvements.
• Perform internal control testing and evaluate effectiveness of controls.
• Recommend improvements and follow up on remediation actions.
• Prepare governance reports for management and stakeholders.

Skills

Risk assessment

Internal controls

Auditing principles

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Education

Degree in Accountancy

ACCA/CA considered

Tools

CIA (advantage)

Job description

Overview

A key governance role supporting enterprise risk management, internal controls, compliance, and data protection. You will work closely with various departments and senior stakeholders to review business processes, strengthen internal controls, manage organisational risks, and support good governance practices.

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct risk and control assessments across various operational and business functions.

• Review existing processes and internal controls to identify potential risks, control gaps, and areas for improvement.

• Perform internal control testing and evaluate the effectiveness of established controls.

• Recommend practical improvements and follow up with stakeholders on remediation and corrective actions.

• Support enterprise risk management, governance, and compliance initiatives across the organisation.

• Prepare risk, control, and governance reports for management and relevant stakeholders.

• Support data protection and privacy-related assessments, including reviews of processes involving personal data.

• Assist with investigations and follow-up actions relating to data protection or compliance incidents.

• Review and update relevant governance, risk, and data protection policies and procedures.

• Conduct briefings and work closely with departments to promote awareness of risk management, internal controls, and data protection requirements.

Job Requirements

• Degree in Accountancy, ACCA, or an equivalent professional qualification.

• Minimum 6 years of relevant experience in internal audit, internal controls, risk management, compliance, or governance.

• Strong knowledge of internal controls, risk assessment, and auditing principles and practices.

• Professional qualifications such as CIA, CA or equivalent will be advantageous.

• Experience in data protection, privacy, or PDPA-related work will be an added advantage.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify risks and recommend practical solutions.

• Good communication, report writing, and stakeholder management skills.

• Meticulous, independent, and comfortable working with stakeholders across different levels of the organisation.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Applicants who do not possess the necessary experience or qualifications will still be considered on individual merits and may be contacted for other suitable opportunities.