(Senior/ Lead) Manager, Internal Audit

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

Job summary

Ministry of Education seeks a Senior/Lead Manager, Internal Audit to enhance internal controls and governance across schools, MOE HQ, and statutory boards.

You will develop audit plans, review controls, perform audits, and prepare reports with recommendations to mitigate risks. The ideal candidate has CPA/CIA or ISCA membership, strong analytics, and proactive mindset to improve operations.

Qualifications

• Membership with the Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants or equivalent.
• CPA or CIA qualifications preferred.
• Independent, self-motivated and proactive professional.
• Excellent analytical, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Working knowledge of data analytics and visualization tools is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop audit plans for compliance and operational audits across schools, HQ and boards.
• Review adequacy and effectiveness of internal control systems.
• Conduct audits to verify compliance with policies and procedures.
• Prepare audit reports with risk findings and actionable recommendations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal communication

Proactive/self-motivated

Audit experience

Education

Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants membership

Tools

Data analytics tools

Job description

What the role is:

As a (Senior/ Lead) Manager, Internal Audit in the Internal Audit Branch (IAB), you will play a key role in promoting effective internal controls and good corporate governance in operations and activities in schools, MOE Headquarters (HQ) and statutory boards.

What you will be working on:

• 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 prevailing policies and procedures
• Prepare audit reports highlighting areas of risk or deficiency and provide recommendations for improvement

What we are looking for:

• Relevant training in Accountancy (e.g. Membership with the Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants) and at least 2 years of relevant experience in conducting operational or financial audits
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) qualifications would be preferred
• Independent, self-motivated and pro-active individual
• Possess excellent analytical, interpersonal and communication skills
• Working knowledge of data analytics and visualisation tools would be an advantage

About Ministry of Education

The wealth of a nation lies in its people - their commitment to country and community, their willingness to strive and persevere, their ability to think, achieve and excel. Our future depends on our continually renewing and regenerating our leadership and citizenry, building upon the experience of the past, learning from the circumstances of the present, and preparing for the challenges of the future. How we bring up our young at home and teach them in school will shape Singapore in the next generation.The mission of the Education Service is to mould the future of the nation, by moulding the people who will determine the future of the nation. The Service will provide our children with a balanced and well-rounded education, develop them to their full potential, and nurture them into good citizens, conscious of their responsibilities to family, society and country.