Deputy Head of Internal Audit

About the role

A large, well-regarded organisation in Singapore is looking for a senior Internal Audit professional to lead its audit function with considerable autonomy. The role oversees business process and IT audit activities, supervises experienced senior managers and stays hands-on with complex audits and key deliverables. It sits close to senior leadership and the Audit and Risk Committee, with the potential to progress to Head of Internal Audit within 1 to 2 years.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and develop audit teams and supervise experienced senior managers
• Oversee business process and IT audit activities
• Work closely with senior leadership and the Audit and Risk Committee
• Contribute to evolving the audit approach after a new ERP platform was implemented, using automation and AI-enabled tools to strengthen risk coverage

Required profile

• Recognised degree in Accountancy, Business or a related discipline, plus a professional qualification such as CA, CIA or CISA
• At least 15 years of internal audit experience, including leading and developing audit teams
• Experience across business process and IT audit; familiarity with data analytics, automation and AI-enabled audit tools is an added benefit

Required skills

• Full audit lifecycle: risk assessment, risk-based audit plans, scoping, fieldwork, control evaluation and reporting
• Project management: prioritising competing demands, allocating resources and meeting agreed timelines
• Sound judgement, discretion and the confidence to engage senior stakeholders

What we offer

• Supportive working environment
• Hybrid work flexibility and minimal travel
• Competitive remuneration package

To apply, candidates submit their resume in Word format through the Apply button on the advert; only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.