Senior Internal Auditor / Assistant Audit Manager

Chronos Consulting; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Chronos Consulting seeks a Senior Internal Auditor/Assistant Manager to lead risk-based audits across our oil and gas client portfolio. You will plan and execute financial, operational, compliance, and IT audits, performing investigations when needed and delivering clear, actionable recommendations.

The role requires CPA/CIA, 5+ years in internal audit or risk advisory, and the ability to travel 30–40% internationally. Experience in manufacturing, energy, or EPC sectors is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance is required.
• CPA or CIA certification is required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in internal audit, risk advisory or related fields.
• Experience in manufacturing, energy or EPC industries preferred.
• Experience leading investigations into potential fraud or irregularities is essential.
• Strong time management and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Willingness to travel internationally 30–40% of the year.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a risk-based internal audit plan across financial, operational, compliance and IT domains.
• Lead audit projects with independence and integrity, maintaining stakeholder relationships.
• Evaluate internal controls and risk management across business units to identify improvements.
• Prepare clear audit reports with actionable recommendations.
• Follow up on implementation of audit recommendations and report progress.
• Support investigations into potential fraud or irregularities.
• Leverage data analytics to assess risk exposure and gaps.

Skills

Auditing

Risk assessment

Data analytics

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA or CIA certification

Job description

Senior Internal Auditor/ Assistant Manager

Oil and Gas Industry

The Senior Internal Auditor/ Assistant Manager, has the primary responsibility of conducting financial, operational, compliance, IT audits and special investigations across all of the company's operating divisions and affiliates.

Responsibilities Would Include

• Develop and execute a comprehensive risk-based internal audit plan covering financial, operational, compliance, IT and others (as needed) that aligns with the organization’s long-term strategic goals and objectives.
• Lead the internal audit projects by ensuring quality, independence, and integrity in all audit activities while maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders.
• Evaluate adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls and risk management processes across diverse business units to identify areas for improvement.
• Prepare clear, concise, and well-structured audit reports with practical recommendations to advise management on internal control enhancements and emerging risks.
• Follow up on implementation status of audit recommendations and report progress to management.
• Support investigations into potential fraud or irregularities as required.
• Stay informed of emerging trends and contribute to the enhancement and continuous improvement of internal audit methodologies and programs.
• Leverage appropriate audit techniques and tools, including data analytics, to assess organizational risk exposure and identify gaps.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance or related disciplines.
• CPA or CIA certification is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in internal audit/risk advisory/internal control or external auditing, ideally with a combination of in-house roles in MNCs and/or with a consulting firm.
• Candidates with experience related to manufacturing, energy or EPC industry preferred.
• Experience with leading investigations into potential fraud or irregularities is essential.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with people at all levels.
• Well presented with excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Must be able and willing to travel (internationally) for at least 30-40% of the time throughout the year for audit engagements.