Regional Internal Auditor

NYK GROUP SOUTH ASIA PTE. LTD.; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

NYK Group South Asia Pte. Ltd. is seeking an Internal Auditor at the Senior Executive/Assistant Manager level to join its Internal Audit team. The incumbent will lead audits across Southeast Asia, West Asia and Oceania, and liaise with stakeholders to ensure strong governance and controls.

Responsibilities include risk assessment, data analytics, preparing audit observations and reports for senior management, and supporting SOX-related activities. Travel 1–2 weeks per month is required.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years' experience in external/internal auditing or accounting
• Degree in Accounting or related discipline
• Experience in shipping/logistics industry is a plus
• Strong analytical, communication, and writing skills
• Willing to travel extensively across regions (1–2 weeks per month)

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform internal audits across Group companies in the Southeast Asia, West Asia, and Oceania regions
• Develop risk hypotheses, perform data analytics and risk assessments during the planning phase, and formulate concise, fact-based audit observations with practical recommendations during fieldwork
• Conduct audit follow-up reviews and present audit findings and reports to senior management and relevant stakeholders
• Ensure audit work papers and documentation comply with Internal Audit methodology, quality standards, and reporting requirements
• Support the continuous improvement of audit methodologies, audit programmes, data analytics capabilities, and audit processes
• Identify opportunities to leverage data analytics and technology to enhance audit effectiveness and efficiency
• Provide advisory support to management on internal control matters, governance initiatives, and SOX-related activities, where required
• Collaborate with regional and headquarters stakeholders to promote best practices in risk management, governance, and internal controls

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Report writing

Interpersonal skills

Travel willingness

Education

Degree in Accounting or related discipline

Job description

COMPANY'S BRIEF INTRODUCTION

NYK Group South Asia (NGSA) Pte. Ltd. was founded in 1983 and is a company based in Singapore as the regional headquarter for global shipping and logistics services. NGSA has strong presence in the ASIA/EU/NA regions to provide dynamic support to our client and stakeholders.

We are currently recruiting for a Senior Executive/ Assistant Manager to join our Internal Audit team. The incumbent must be an enthusiastic, proactive and motivated individual with real passion for Internal Audit. He/she will need to work closely with different business segments to ensure the successful delivery of our services.

JOBOUTLINE

Incumbent is responsible to ensure that the project management and service delivery to customers are in compliance with NYK Group Credo and business policies. He/she reports to the team leader and carry out supporting functions of the division. He/she must ensure timely and accurate response to customer's request, and liaise with each stakeholder (internal/external) for smooth coordination for all transactions.

Job Title: Internal Auditor
Position level: Senior Executive/ Assistant Manager
Job type: Permanent
Experience: 4-6 years' experience in external/internal auditing or accounting, preferably in MNCs
Qualifications: Degree in Accounting or a related discipline

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead and perform internal audits across Group companies in the Southeast Asia, West Asia, and Oceania regions.
• Develop risk hypotheses, perform data analytics and risk assessments during the planning phase, and formulate concise, fact-based audit observations with practical recommendations during fieldwork.
• Conduct audit follow-up reviews and present audit findings and reports to senior management and relevant stakeholders.
• Ensure audit work papers and documentation comply with Internal Audit methodology, quality standards, and reporting requirements.
• Support the continuous improvement of audit methodologies, audit programmes, data analytics capabilities, and audit processes.
• Identify opportunities to leverage data analytics and technology to enhance audit effectiveness and efficiency.
• Provide advisory support to management on internal control matters, governance initiatives, and SOX-related activities, where required.
• Collaborate with regional and headquarters stakeholders to promote best practices in risk management, governance, and internal controls.

Pre-Requisites:

• 4-6 years' experience in external/internal auditing or accounting, preferably in MNCs.
• Degree in Accounting or a related discipline.
• Prior experience or knowledge of shipping/ logistics industries will be an advantage.
• Highly analytical, excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in report writing.
• Willing to travel extensively across the Southeast/West Asia & Oceania regions (1-2 weeks per month).
• Attentive to details.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and manage time effectively.
• Positive attitude and ability to work under stress.

Why join NYK Group?

Work, life balance.
Engaging workplace environment.
Opportunities for enhanced learning.
Competitive salary package and good benefits.
Yearly performance & variable bonus.