Senior Auditor, Associate

JPMorgan Chase & Co.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Singapore is seeking a Senior Auditor Associate to lead audit engagements focused on financial crime compliance. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 5 years of audit experience, with a strong emphasis on Mandarin communication skills for regulatory engagements. The candidate will utilize data analytics tools and work collaboratively within a diverse team, contributing to the firm's compliance efforts and enhancing the overall control environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of internal or external audit experience within a financial services organization.
• At least 3 years of experience in financial crime compliance, including AML/KYC, sanctions, and transaction monitoring.
• Strong understanding of risk and internal control concepts and audit methodology.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute audit engagements from planning through reporting, ensuring timely and high-quality deliverables.
• Conduct independent risk assessments, audit planning, testing, control evaluation, and report drafting.
• Evaluate and report on the adequacy and effectiveness of management controls in accordance with professional standards.

Skills

Internal or external audit experience

Financial crime compliance knowledge

Effective communication skills in Mandarin

Proficiency in data analytics tools

Project management skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Law, or related discipline

Tools

Excel

Alteryx

VB/SQL/Python

Job description

Join a team where your insights and expertise will help shape the future of our business. You’ll collaborate with talented colleagues across the globe, develop your skills, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement. This is your opportunity to grow, learn, and be part of something bigger. Take the next step in your career with us.

As a Senior Auditor Associate in the Asia Pacific Corporate Functions Audit Team, you will lead and participate in audit engagements focused on financial crime compliance. You will work closely with colleagues across the region, leveraging your expertise to assess and enhance the control environment. You will be part of a collaborative team that values diverse perspectives and continuous learning, helping us stay ahead of emerging risks and regulatory changes.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and execute audit engagements from planning through reporting, ensuring timely and high-quality deliverables.
• Conduct independent risk assessments, audit planning, testing, control evaluation, and report drafting.
• Evaluate and report on the adequacy and effectiveness of management controls in accordance with professional standards.
• Document audit workpapers and reports with minimal supervision.
• Communicate audit issues and results clearly in both verbal and written form.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders across various business functions.
• Stay current with regulatory changes, industry trends, and emerging risks to inform ongoing audit coverage.
• Utilize data analytics tools such as Excel, Alteryx, VB/SQL/Python to enhance audit processes.
• Support audits in other corporate functions, including Human Resources and Risk and Compliance.
• Collaborate with global audit teams to share insights and best practices.
• Travel within the region may be required.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Law, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of internal or external audit experience within a financial services organization.
• At least 3 years of experience in financial crime compliance, including AML/KYC, sanctions, and transaction monitoring.
• Strong understanding of risk and internal control concepts and audit methodology.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills in Mandarin is required as the jobrequires supporting clients and regulatory engagements in Chinese Mainland, Hong Kong and Taiwan.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively in a team environment.
• Proficiency in data analytics tools (Excel, Alteryx, VB/SQL/Python).
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, CAMS, or CAMS
• Experience supporting regulatory engagements in Mainland China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan.
• Strong project management skills and experience in a matrix organization.
• Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and drive process improvements.
• Experience with emerging financial crime risks and regulatory requirements in the Asia Pacific region.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure; enthusiastic and self-motivated.
• Experience working in diverse, multicultural teams.