Manager, Group Internal Audit (Investigation)

About the role

The Audit Manager, Investigation is responsible for conducting and supporting investigations into allegations of fraud, corruption, whistleblower matters, misconduct and other breaches of Group policies involving Singtel, NCS and their subsidiaries. The role supports the Group's prevention, detection, investigation and response to fraud and corruption risks, strengthens internal controls and promotes a culture of integrity and accountability, including referring matters to law enforcement where warranted. It also helps business and line management manage fraud risk through proactive programmes and processes. The position reports directly to the Head, Financial & Operational Audit and Investigation.

Key responsibilities

• Independently plan and conduct investigations into fraud and serious misconduct, securing and preserving evidence in a lawful manner to support possible criminal prosecution and loss recovery.
• Manage multiple investigations at once, prioritising workloads so cases are resolved within agreed timelines.
• Identify process and control weaknesses, recommend remedial actions to management and follow up on their implementation.
• Recommend actions to HR for employees found to have committed fraud.
• Prepare high-quality, concise investigation reports with facts, evidence, findings, conclusions and recommendations.
• Assist in developing and delivering fraud awareness programmes and scan internally and externally for emerging fraud trends, sharing findings as advice and intelligence.
• Proactively address control gaps and high-risk weaknesses in policies and procedures, and manage notifications and referrals of suspected fraud, corruption or misconduct.
• Collaborate with management on fraud prevention best practices and act as a liaison with law enforcement agencies.

Required profile

• Tertiary qualification in Fraud Risk Management, Investigations or a related discipline, or equivalent work experience.
• Demonstrable investigative and police liaison experience (minimum 5 years).
• Good understanding of Singapore criminal legislation.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to solve problems and analyse complex issues under tight deadlines.

Required skills

• Thorough knowledge of forensic accounting.
• Experience applying innovative analytical techniques.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication with management at all levels.