Senior Internal Audit Manager — Controls & Governance

Ministry of Education, Singapore (MOE); Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ministry of Education (MOE) in Singapore seeks a Senior/Lead Manager, Internal Audit to strengthen internal controls across schools, MOE HQ and statutory boards. You will lead audit planning, execute assessments, and report on risk areas to support governance and compliance.

Ideal candidates hold accountancy qualifications (CPA/CIA or ISCA membership) and have 2+ years of relevant audit experience, with strong analytical and communication skills and familiarity with data analytics and

Qualifications

• Relevant training in accountancy with at least 2 years of operational or financial audit experience.
• CPA or CIA qualifications preferred.
• Independent, self-motivated and proactive with strong analytical, interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop plans and programmes for compliance and operational audits in schools, HQ and statutory boards.
• Review adequacy and effectiveness of internal control systems.
• Perform audits to ascertain compliance with policies and procedures.
• Prepare audit reports highlighting risks or deficiencies and provide recommendations for improvement.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Data analytics

Proactive attitude

Education

ISCA membership or accountancy certification

CPA or CIA qualification

Tools

Data visualization tools

Job description

The Ministry of Education (MOE) in Singapore seeks a Senior/Lead Manager, Internal Audit to strengthen internal controls across schools, MOE HQ and statutory boards. You will lead audit planning, execute assessments, and report on risk areas to support governance and compliance.

Ideal candidates hold accountancy qualifications (CPA/CIA or ISCA membership) and have 2+ years of relevant audit experience, with strong analytical and communication skills and familiarity with data analytics and