Executive/Snr Executive, Internal Audit

ST Engineering is a global company with diversified industries and geographies. Our global network of subsidiaries and associated companies spans Asia, Europe, the Middle East and the U.S. Headquartered in Singapore, the Internal Audit function is responsible for all audits approved or assigned otherwise by the Board.

We are looking for a dynamic individual to join our expanding team with the ST Engineering Group Internal Audit function. The role is highly visible, with access to all levels of management and cross- cultural exposure from overseas assignments and interaction with global units.

Reporting to the ST Engineering Group Head Internal Audit, you will assist in driving risk-based audit assignments and reviewing the adequacy and effectiveness of ST Engineering's Group of companies in their governance, risk management and internal controls globally.

You will support in audits, investigations and special reviews in order to provide an independent and objective assessment over governance, risk, assurance matters (including matters over Sustainability Reporting) and to add value by improving the operations of ST Engineering Group.

Key Responsibilities:

• Interview business owners & perform system or process walkthroughs to identify key controls.
• Plan & execute audit procedures on internal controls in a clear, effective manner.
• Conduct testing for controls & compliance with best practices, policies and procedures.
• Participate in close discussions with management in every closing meeting of assignment.
• Communicate in concise audit reporting, the root causes of identified issues, associated risks.
• Propose quality recommendations to improve any weaknesses in control environment identified.
• Design & incorporate data analytics into the audit process for more robust testing and monitoring solutions.
• Support the Group Internal Audit in the prompt delivery of the audit plan, including special reviews, investigations, implementation reviews and any other tasks as assigned.
• Perform follow-up audits to ensure recommendations are executed and improvements achieved.
• Support a collaborative environment to share knowledge and best practices learned.

Requirement:

• At least 1-2 years of previous working experience in a Big 4/mid-tier audit firm in the relevant industriessuch as but not limited to manufacturing, MRO, integrated engineering/technology, project management.
• Experienced in other fields but ininternationally recognised organisations in relevant industries may also be considered.

Basic Qualifications

• Recognised degree in Accountancy/Business/IT (Information Systems) or equivalent.
• Requires business travelling to regional countries 25% a year (for up to 3 weeks).
• Some data analytical skills.
• Good interpersonal and written/spoken communication skills
• Proficient in reading, writing and spoken English and Mandarin for audit of overseas associates.

Other Preferred Requirements

• Aptitude to seek continuous self-enrichment and personal development. Holders of professional certifications such as CIA and CISA are highly desirable.
• Knowledge or exposure to ERP tools and controls (e.g., SAP).
• Data interrogation skills and usage knowledge in data analytics tools (e.g., Tableau, SQL, Python).
• Organised and with strong project management, time-keeping skills.
• Attentive to details, observant and has an analytical and inquisitive mind.
• Ability to think critically, assess and evaluate risks and implement solutions.
• Effective communicator with strong reporting skills. Good interpersonal skills and self-awareness.
• Strong influencing skills and confidence in liaising with senior management and business partners