Senior Corporate Internal Auditor/ Section Manager

UTAC; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

UTAC is seeking an experienced Internal Audit professional to provide independent assurance over risk management, internal controls, and governance. You will report to the Senior Internal Audit Manager and perform comprehensive audits across multiple functions and geographic locations, including Singapore.

You will develop audit scopes and programs, conduct operational and compliance audits, evaluate controls, and report findings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field.
• COSO Internal Control Framework knowledge required.
• 6+ years in internal audit, risk or assurance; strong operational audits.
• Professional qualification (CIA, CA, CPA, ACCA) preferred; Big Four experience advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop audit scopes, programs, and testing procedures.
• Conduct operational, process, and compliance audits across functions.
• Evaluate internal controls adequacy and policy compliance.
• Identify control weaknesses and root causes.
• Recommend practical corrective actions to management.
• Discuss findings with process owners and management.
• Maintain audit independence and build collaborative relationships.
• Prepare clear internal audit reports with management responses.
• Maintain complete working papers and documentation.
• Monitor progress on corrective action implementation.
• Verify control effectiveness through follow-up procedures.
• Participate in special projects and Code of Conduct investigations.
• Audit UTAC facilities in Singapore and overseas as needed.

Skills

Audit planning

Audit execution

COSO knowledge

Report writing

Risk assessment

Process improvement

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

CIA/CA/CPA/ACCA preferred

Job description

Job Summary Provide independent and objective assurance over the organization's risk management, internal control, and governance processes. Report to the Senior Internal Audit Manager and execute comprehensive internal audit assignments across multiple business functions and geographic locations.

Responsibilities

• Develop audit scopes, audit programs, and testing procedures.
• Conduct operational, process, and compliance audits across business functions.
• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls and compliance with policies.
• Identify control weaknesses and determine root causes.
• Recommend practical and cost-effective corrective actions to management.
• Discuss audit findings and recommendations with process owners and management.
• Build collaborative relationships while maintaining audit independence.
• Prepare clear, concise internal audit reports with management responses and action plans.
• Maintain complete and timely audit working papers and supporting documentation.
• Monitor management's progress on corrective action implementation.
• Verify effectiveness of implemented controls through follow-up procedures.
• Participate in special projects and Code of Conduct investigations as required.
• Conduct audits at UTAC facilities in Singapore and overseas locations as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related discipline.
• Recognized professional qualification such as CIA, CA, CPA, ACCA, or equivalent is preferred.
• Minimum 6 years of relevant internal audit, risk or assurance experience, with strong operational audit experience.
• Strong knowledge of the COSO Internal Control Framework and internal control principles.
• Proven experience in conducting operational and compliance audits, with strong report writing and audit documentation skills.
• Experience in the semiconductor or manufacturing industry is preferred.
• Prior experience with a public accounting or professional services firm, including Big Four firms, would be advantageous.
• Willingness to travel approximately 20%–30% as required by the role.