Responsibilities

• Drive performance management across the business units
• Analysis weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual financials reports and performance, key performance indicators and productivity reports and provide value-added insights and explanations for variances
• Involvement in annual budget and periodic forecasting including establishing assumptions and analysis
• Perform potential project/investment appraisals and post-implementation analysis
• Close liaison with company secretary
• Participate in ad-hoc projects such as process improvements, automation of financial processes and driving automation
• Business partner and support the business in analysis of revenue and streamlining of operating/capital expenditures
• Support the automation of processes and business initiatives
• Plan and execute financial, operational and compliance internal audits
• Identify and communicate business inefficiencies, internal controls weaknesses or operational issues as well as follow-up on corrective actions
• Conduct special audits as and when required
• Prepare tax computations
• Assist with tax queries, regulatory reporting and liaison with internal/external auditors, tax advisors and other relevant local authorities

Requirements

• An Accounting Degree/ACCA qualified with at least 2 years of working experiences, preferably as an auditor
• Sound accounting technical knowledge and skills as well as extensive knowledge in Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (International) (FRS(I))
• Knowledge of group consolidation is an added advantage
• Motivated, inquisitive, positive mind-set and proactive individual with strong analytical skills
• Possess strong commercial acumen
• Ability to work independently and possess good interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well under pressure, self-driven, detail oriented, high attention to detail and meeting deadlines
• Strong excel skills

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Introduction

ETH Zurich is one of the leading universities of the world with a strong focus on science and engineering. In 2010 it established the Singapore-ETH Centre (SEC) in collaboration with the National Research Foundation (NRF) to do interdisciplinary research on pressing problems.

The Singapore-ETH Centre is home to a community of doctoral, postdoctoral and professorial researchers working in three main programmes: Future Cities Laboratory Global, Future Resilient Systems, and Future Health Technologies. The centre provides a multicultural and interdisciplinary environment to researchers working on diverse themes, with the shared vision of translating research to practical solutions for more sustainable and liveable cities, resilient physical and social urban systems, and patient centric healthcare systems.

The SEC is seeking candidates for the position of Internal Assessment and Change Manager. The position offers the opportunity to work in an entrepreneurial, multicultural environment with researchers from diverse disciplines and backgrounds focusing on topics such as sustainability, liveability, resilience, and health.

Job Description

• Assisting the establishment and further development of processes and IT structures and applications.
• Assessment and analysis of the SEC’s accounting/controlling process and modification in alignment with the legal requirements of Switzerland and Singapore.
• Establishment of the role "Information Security Officer (ISO)" upon successful completion of preliminary clarifications with the important stakeholders and derive the requirements for the "ISO" role in accordance with the specifications required by SEC.
• Assessment and review of the risk management processes in place at SEC, ensuring it is compliant to the legal requirements.
• Analysis, redesign and documentation of various SEC processes with a view to possible ISO 9001 certification. Implementation of process management, visualization and library system at SEC.
• Development and implementation of a pooling concept from procurement to management of all infrastructures required for the SEC’s research programs, taking into account the purchasing guidelines and financial regulations of Switzerland and Singapore.

Requirements:

• Several years of experience in process management, internal process structure, IT requirement specification and the implementation of IT-applications in an existing environment.
• Knowledge of financial management, in particular the accounting guidelines and financial regulations of Zurich and Singapore.
• Knowledge of the risk management guidelines and framework, covering compliance, environmental and procurement risks (based on ISO 31000).
• Knowledge of the process management and library system
• Extensive Knowledge of legal basis in IT-Security
• Good understanding legal IT procedures
• Good knowledge of German language as the relevant legal and process documents are only available in the national languages of Switzerland. This is also important to establish communication with the responsible stakeholders at Switzerland.

Applications via email or postal services will not be considered.

Further information about SEC can be found on our website: www.sec.ethz.ch

Work location: 1 Create Way, CREATE Tower, Singapore 138602 (NUS University Town)

The Singapore-ETH-Centre is an equal opportunity and family-friendly employer. All candidates will be evaluated on their merits and qualifications, without regards to gender, race, age or religion.

Responsibilities:

• Gain a comprehensive understanding of operations, processes, and business objectives and utilize that knowledge on engagement.
• Lead and manage fieldwork on project sites including liaising with other departments to ensure the smooth delivery of the audit process.
• Spot, investigate and resolve potential non-compliance in key controls, process flows and accounting.
• Identify areas of improvement in business processes and provide recommendations.
• Participate in due diligence exercises for new acquisitions.
• Prepare audit report and presentations for Audit Committee / Board of Directors and follow up of outstanding audit recommendations to ensure prompt implementation by management
• Any other duties assigned.

Requirements:

• Degree in Accountancy / Finance / Business or equivalent professional qualifications.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in audit and risk management.
• Exposure to hospitality, residential, commercial, business parks, urban developments, or retail business audits is preferred.
• Keen eye to detail with strong observation and investigative skills
• Strong auditing, analytical skills, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive and able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Good communication skills, both spoken and written English.
• Proficiency in written and spoken Mandarin (to handle queries and concerns from China offices regarding audit matters).
• May be required to travel occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Drive performance management across the business units
• Analysis weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual financials reports and performance, key performance indicators and productivity reports and provide value-added insights and explanations for variances
• Involvement in annual budget and periodic forecasting including establishing assumptions and analysis
• Perform potential project/investment appraisals and post-implementation analysis
• Close liaison with company secretary
• Participate in ad-hoc projects such as process improvements, automation of financial processes and driving automation
• Business partner and support the business in analysis of revenue and streamlining of operating/capital expenditures
• Support the automation of processes and business initiatives
• Plan and execute financial, operational and compliance internal audits
• Identify and communicate business inefficiencies, internal controls weaknesses or operational issues as well as follow-up on corrective actions
• Conduct special audits as and when required
• Prepare tax computations
• Assist with tax queries, regulatory reporting and liaison with internal/external auditors, tax advisors and other relevant local authorities

Requirements

• An Accounting Degree/ACCA qualified with at least 2 years of working experiences, preferably as an auditor
• Sound accounting technical knowledge and skills as well as extensive knowledge in Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (International) (FRS(I))
• Knowledge of group consolidation is an added advantage
• Motivated, inquisitive, positive mind-set and proactive individual with strong analytical skills
• Possess strong commercial acumen
• Ability to work independently and possess good interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well under pressure, self-driven, detail oriented, high attention to detail and meeting deadlines
• Strong excel skills

Responsibilities

· To perform audit in any capacity in conformance with the requirements of the specified Quality/ Environmental / Food Safety /Safety and/ or any other Management Systems that BV Certification offers ( As appropriate)

· Conduct public-run or in-house training for customers of specified Quality/ Environmental/ Food Safety/ Safety/and/or any other Management Systems

· To assimilate, understand and operate the BV Singapore Quality Management System in all activities relevant to the post

· To control the overall performance of audit activities, including any planning, review and the control of the other members of the audit team

· Authority over whatever decisions are necessary during the audits and to recommend the presentation or otherwise of a certificate of approval.

· To decide upon evidence gained during Audits whether or not certification should be granted or allowed to continue.

· To represent BV Singapore, where necessary, to potential clients in conjunction with other responsible personnel.

· To assist in the training of other Auditors and Lead Auditors, either during planned audits or during other training functions.

· To maintain all current memberships, competency and registrations applicable to the post.

· To maintain continuous professional development in support to future development of schemes for certification

· Assist in any other task assigned such as internal audits, accreditation maintenance, TQR related activities and Technical file reviews

· Support all technical activities in maintaining accreditations

Requirements :

· Bachelor Degree in relevant discipline

· Familiar with internal/certification audits

· Possess auditing experience and/or a Certified Lead Auditor is an advantage

A job with Merlin isn’t like a job anywhere else. With attractions around the world, from rollercoasters to wax figures, we don’t trade in suits, handshakes or briefcases. We trade in fun. In smiles, shrieks and spine-tingles. In Memories. In magic. But there are no tricks behind our magic. Instead, there are people like you. Passionate, dedicated people who are committed to making sure our worldwide attractions and guests’ experiences are the best they can be.

Due to continuing growth and development of Merlin’s attractions and brands on a global scale, we are looking for a Group Health, Safety & Security (HSS) Auditor to join our HSS team on a permanent basis. The role can be based at our Madame Tussauds Singapore or LEGOLAND Malaysia offices, and will entail extensive international travel.

About The Role...

Join us as the Group Health, Safety & Security Auditor, reporting into the Health, Safety and Security Director (Standards and Assurance). Together, we'll champion the implementation of Merlin's robust HSS assurance program. This innovative program employs a triple-lock strategy, integrating site-based self-audits, internal Group HSS audits, and external audits conducted independently.

Your role as the HSS Auditor will be pivotal in supporting the execution of annual independent internal HSS audits. Here are the key objectives that will drive your impact:

Compliance Assurance: Conduct audits across Merlin’s attractions, production sites, and associated business activities. Your mission is to ensure unwavering compliance with legal requirements and internal standards, safeguarding the health, safety, and security of our valued guests, employees, contractors, and all stakeholders.

Policy Vigilance: Take an active role in monitoring HSS policies, procedures, and working practices within Merlin's operations. Your expertise will be instrumental in ensuring sustained compliance with legal, internal, and other pertinent requirements, fostering consistency across all facets of our diverse business operations.

By joining our dynamic team, you'll play a pivotal role in upholding Merlin's commitment to safety and security, making a real impact on the well-being of everyone connected to our fun world. If you're ready to contribute to a safer, more secure Merlin experience, we invite you to be a key player in our journey towards excellence.

About You...

Experience;

• Experience and knowledge of best-in-class HSS practices and systems
• Experience of HSS auditing, in an objective and thorough manner. Process and detail-oriented
• Able to scrutinise complex work practices, assess compliance against set HSS standards, determine risk levels and provide reasoned judgments
• Strong practical knowledge and expertise in the implementation and on-going development of management systems, based on recognised standards such as ISO 45001, ISO 9001 or ISO 14001 (desirable but not essential).
• Considerable experience in a similar position(s), or where skills / experience are readily transferable into this role
• Strong communications skills and cultural sensitivities
• Experience in the implementation, maintenance and certification of ISO 45001 management systems or equivalent is desirable
• First-class teamwork skills, able to build solid relationships across multiple Operating Groups
• Experience of working internationally in high-risk industries is desirable
• Business and commercial awareness to enable pragmatic resolution of compliance issues
• Creative and keen to trial new concepts to help keep Merlin at the forefront of HSS
• Determination to help deliver a first-class HSS audit function
• Ability to use own initiative and work / travel alone
• Flexible approach to working hours due to global audit / travel commitments
• Ability to prioritise own workload and meet strict deadlines

Qualifications;

• A NEBOSH Diploma, or similar, and/or proven experience in health and safety compliance auditing Successful completion of either a registered Lead Auditor course and/or Internal Auditor Course to ISO 45001 (desirable but not essential).

Other;

• The successful candidate should live in reasonable distance to an international airport, and be willing and able to complete extensive travel throughout the year

The Benefits…

We’re growing fast and alongside a fun and friendly environment, we offer a fabulous package and amazing prospects – ideal if you’re already fantastic and want to become even better (our magic can help here).

Everyone Matters at Merlin.

At Merlin we welcome the world to our magical attractions and resorts every day and we want to reflect that same multicultural mix inside our business too. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse workplace where people can be themselves, have the same opportunities and thrive together. Because at Merlin, everyone matters!

Together, we work to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, no matter their age, race, gender, disability or sexual orientation. Although we understand that we'll always be learning and growing, we aim to be the most inclusive and flexible employer in our industry.

If you have any questions or if you require any adjustments due to disability or a medical condition, we'd love to hear from you at [email protected] and one of the team will get back to you as soon as possible.

Get to know our Team:

• Internal Audit is an independent function (3rd line of Defence) within GXS Bank that provides an objective assurance and advisory role to senior management.
• We use a systematic, disciplined risk-based approach to evaluate and assess risks, processes and internal controls, while aligning them to the Bank’s overall digital strategy.
• Internal Audit covers multiple businesses, technology and other corporate functions within the Bank.

Get to know the Role:

• As a functions auditor, you are responsible to conduct audit activities that cover corporate functions such as Risk Management, Finance, Compliance, Human Resources. You are expected to have the knowledge required to audit the specialised activities performed by these functions such as ICAAP, model risk management, regulatory reporting, outsourcing, operational risk management etc.
• Exposures may extend to supporting business audits that cover the end-to-end business-aligned portfolios such as Consumer Banking Products (e.g. Saves, Lending and Invetment), Credit Management, Digi-Operations etc.
• You effectively plan, manage and execute audits, including the design of audit test steps to evaluate the risks associated with (but not limited to) governance, business management, financial, operational, regulatory, and business continuity.
• You maintain well documented audit work papers including supporting documents/ evidence in the GRC system, which are subject to regular internal quality assurance review.
• You are able to execute and complete audit projects by adhering to audit methodology, key phases and assigned timelines.
• Keep abreast of MAS regulations & guidelines relating to FIs and banks.
• Added advantage if you are familiar with current technology tools (e.g. Power BI & Tableau) or able to develop use-cases for RBA/ ML to enhance risk profiling of business and fieldwork execution, so as to proactively manage emerging risks.

The day-to-day activities:

• Support the Head of Business/ Functions Audit as part of the Audit team.
• Plan and perform risk-based assessments, understand and evaluate the business environment, related controls and processes.
• Execute audit reviews and fieldworks, including work paper documentation, drafting of audit findings and leading the issue discussion internally and with stakeholders.
• Assist to draft audit reports and participate in the presentation of audit findings.
• Ensure effective and timely execution of audit projects in accordance with audit methodology and timelines.
• You may be required to participate/ support in ad-hoc projects, special thematic review or special independent investigation.
• Build and maintain healthy relationships with different levels of management, stakeholders, and be a trusted risk advisor on control related matters.
• Actively participate in driving data analytics capabilities including the maintenance of audit workflow system (i.e. GRC), so as to improve the effectiveness of Internal Audit.

The must haves:

• Bachelor's degree in accountancy, finance or equivalent, with professional certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CIA) as an added advantage.
• Minimum 10 years of audit experience in Consumer Banking, Business Banking (end-to-end) and/or Corporate Functions
• Strong knowledge of key regulations (e.g. MAS 637, MAS 643, MAS 612 etc.
• Highly competent with audit methodologies and concepts; including the agile audit methodology
• An excellent team player
• Confidence in dealing with senior stakeholders particularly the Management Committee and Board Audit Committee is a plus
• Able to work independently and possess the courage to challenge risk-decisions made by senior stakeholders, from a 3rd line of defence perspective
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills
• Good analytical, presentation and report writing skills
• Located in Singapore, and ability to travel for work when required is a plus

About Us

Green Link Digital Bank (GLDB) is Singapore's inaugural wholesale digital bank focusing on supply chain finance, mainly serving MSMEs and aiming to help MSMEs grow and improve digitization.

We are looking for a Business Auditor to join our Internal Audit (IA) Team to help the Board of Directors and Senior Management meet the strategic and operational objectives of GLDB.

About the Role

You will be part of GLDB’s Internal Audit Team to conduct independent assessments to ensure that GLDB’s risk and control processes are adequate and effective. This role will report to the Head of Internal Audit.

Responsibilities

Manage and Oversee the Execution of the Audit Plan/Issues and Initiatives

• Conduct risk-based projects, and review processes and controls pertaining banking-related activities, including information gathering from stakeholders, execution and documentation of analysis, and communication of results.
• Report on control deficiencies to management and make recommendations to mitigate risk and add value.
• Challenge current processes and identify opportunities for refinement.
• Develop audit procedures with innovation and creative thinking using data analytics and automation.
• Evaluate bank’s processes and controls against internal standards, policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, including identifying symptoms and root cause.
• Proactively inform Head of Internal Audit on the major risk event, incident, and external audit and regulatory issues arising during the audit or through regular contact with stakeholders’ management.
• Ascertain the major concerns and recommendations raised by internal stakeholders and external auditors and ensure satisfactory resolution.
• Propose, develop and/or drive initiatives that will help to develop an internal knowledge base.
• Support Head of Internal Audit in annual audit risk assessment and develop audit plans/strategies.

Support Staff and Self-Development

• Keep abreast of own professional development to enhance one’s skills and competence.
• Coach and guide junior staff on all audit engagements.

Requirements

• At least 6-8 years of working experience in Financial Institutions or Big 4.
• University Degree in Accounting, Audit, Finance, Business, or a related discipline. CPA, CIA certification preferred.
• General understanding of overall corporate/wholesale banking business operations.
• Good understanding about Supply Chain Finance (trade), Cash products and corporate banking products is an additional advantage.
• Ability to navigate through ambiguity, manage and coordinate multiple project assignments and multiple teams simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, accepting ownership and accountability of the process and deliver on commitments.
• Ability and willingness to take initiative to address problems and make continuous process improvements.
• Good written and spoken communication skills. Able to communicate in Mandarin/Chinese to liaise with China counterparts.
• Good project management and organisation skills.
• Ability to work with all levels of management and staff.
• Performance oriented.

About Us

Green Link Digital Bank (GLDB) is Singapore's inaugural wholesale digital bank focusing on supply chain finance, mainly serving MSMEs and aiming to help MSMEs grow and improve digitization.

We are looking for an Information Technology Auditor to join the Internal Audit (IA) Team to help the Board of Directors and Senior management meet the strategic and operational objectives of GLDB.

About the Role

You will join GLDB’s Internal Audit Team to conduct independent assessments to ensure that GLDB’s risk and control processes are adequate and effective. This role will report to the Head of Internal Audit.

Responsibilities

Manage and Oversee the Execution of the Audit Plan/Issues and Initiatives

• Conduct risk-based projects, and review system implementation, applications, and other IT-related risk areas, including information gathering from stakeholders, execution and documentation of analysis, and communication of results.
• Define and implement testing layers of systems (e.g., application, database, operating system, data, infrastructure) for IT effectiveness.
• Develop IT audit procedures with innovation and creative thinking using data analytics and automation.
• Analyse and identify IT control points on services-oriented architectures, cloud services, virtualized environments, network technologies, system implementation and information security.
• Evaluate IT components of platforms and applications against internal standards, policies, procedures and IT standards and framework, including identifying symptoms and root cause.
• Proactively inform the Head of Internal Audit on the major risk events, IT incidents, and external audit on regulatory issues arising during the audit or through regular contact with stakeholders’ management.
• Ascertain major concerns and recommendations raised by internal stakeholders and external auditors and ensure satisfactory resolution.
• Propose, develop and/or drive initiatives that will help to develop an internal knowledge base.
• Support Head of Internal Audit in annual audit risk assessments and develop audit plans/strategies.

Support Staff and Self-Development

• Keep abreast of own professional development to enhance one’s skills and competence.
• Coach and guide junior staff on all audit engagements.

Must Haves

• Bank’s Applications (e.g., Core banking system, Trading system, Payment system and AML system).
• Cloud computing technology.
• Development operations (DevOps) environment, with strong understanding of the IT infrastructure components/processes that are essential in supporting continuous delivery, integration, automated testing, and performance monitoring associated with application development.

Requirements

• At least 8-10 years of working experience in Financial Institutions or Big 4.
• University Degree in Computer Science or a related discipline. CISA, CISM, CIA, CISSP or CPA certification preferred.
• Hands-on expert knowledge and successful track record in auditing IT General control processes such as: Change and Release Management, Incident and Problem Management, Program and Project management, Batch management, Performance and Capacity Monitoring of infrastructure systems, Security Patch Management, Vulnerability Assessment, and general Information/Cyber Security controls applicable to Banks and Financial Institutions
• Ability to navigate through ambiguity, manage and coordinate multiple project assignments and multiple teams simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, accepting ownership and accountability of the process and deliver on commitments.
• Ability and willingness to take initiative to address problems and make continuous process improvements.
• General understanding of overall corporate banking business. Good understanding about Supply Chain Finance (trade), Cash products and corporate banking products adds advantages.
• Good written and spoken communication skills. Able to communicate in Mandarin/Chinese to liaise with China counterparts.
• Good project management and organisation skills.
• Ability to work with all levels of management and staff.
• Performance oriented.

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT, INTERNAL CONTROLS ​

Nike Trading Company

Today, the opportunities for growth across NIKE, Inc.’s business portfolio offer more potential than ever. Nike Finance employees play a key role in that progress by identifying and capitalizing on opportunities to drive value for every Nike shareholder. They manage accounting and reporting for Nike’s multi-billion-dollar global investment portfolio, debt and equity instruments, and other Treasury activities. They strategize, forecast, audit, analyze, budget, research and lead important decisions. Across Nike’s diverse geographies and businesses, Finance employees deliver far more than just the numbers.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

As the Senior Accountant, Internal Control for NIKE Trading Company B.V. Singapore Branch and NIKE Global Trading B.V Singapore Branch (‘Trading Company’), you will be part of the Internal Controls team that is responsible for leading the efforts to elevate an effective internal control environment and to ensure compliance with regulations, accurate financial reporting, operational efficiency and sharing of best practices. This is an individual contributor role, directly reporting to Internal Controls Manager in Trading Company Finance, Controls & Compliance.

WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON

Business Insights

Partner with business to identify risks, or gaps in the processes to mitigate such as ICFR (Internal Control over Financial Reporting) exposure.

Support Internal Controls Manager in projects and initiatives: building process maps, identifying and evaluating risks, and implementing corresponding mitigating control points to ensure the controls environment is robust and meets controls and compliance requirements.

Business Excellence

Lead the planning, execution through reporting of the integrated audit and management testing. Communicate timelines and deliverables to facilitate interaction among control owners and auditors. Track and communicate testing exceptions and status

Prepare and submit timely and accurate regular reporting requirements to Global Controlling, Finance Governance + Controls.

Partner with business to ensure that the efficiency in processes are in compliance with policies.

Evaluate and ensure SOX controls accurately reflect the existing processes and are timely updated in Nike’s controls tool (ServiceNow) for any changes in the processes and operating model.

WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH

You will collaborate closely with Finance & cross-functional partners across a diverse set of teams. Because the nature of the work revolves around business processes and controls you will partner with your finance peers on a consistent basis as well as well as additional teams when applicable.

Primary business partners will include NIKE peers with Global Controlling teams, Geography Controlling teams and process owners in various functions. You will also liaise with external auditor and consultant.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent professional qualification, preferably with CPA or equivalent professional qualification
• Knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS, local GAAP and SOX required
• Min. 4 years of accounting experience with the big 4 and large MNCs in addition to experience in SOX and internal controls
• Experience in ERP systems though SAP experience is highly preferred
• Ability to understand and anticipate how changes in accounting standards and business environments impact controls.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multi-cultural business partners and stakeholders across Geo/ WHQ, and work effectively within cross-functional teams
• Ability to work with ambiguity and be able to forge a common direction for the team despite the unknown.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Powerpoint, Word, Visio, ARIS, and Outlook with ability to deploy them effectively for analysis reporting, presentation and process-flow improvement
• Strong communication skills with ability to bring across complex concepts succinctly to broad and diverse stakeholders

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible as Sales Representative to propose company’s products, services & solutions to the internal clients (Samsung Group) in South East Asia region and to maintain & strengthen the relationship
• Find sales leads & biz opportunities by coordinating with delivery(technical) teams
• Process end-to-end sales activities such as proposal, quotation, negotiation, contract and overall project management
• Coordinate and liaise with internal departments (delivery teams, procurement, operations, finance, legal, etc) and headquarters to accelerate sales to achieve set KPIs
• Resolve issues and provide seamless customer experience on perspective of sales cycle
• Track and report monthly sales/ revenue figures through regular meetings with management and department team leaders
• Assist in market research and proposals for potential business opportunities, when needed

REQUIREMENTS:

• Immediate starter preferred
• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in any field
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in Sales & Business Development in IT industry, especially in IT Infrastructure (Digital Marketing, RPA, ERP, and MSP)
• Proficient in written Korean language to liaise with the Korean clients and HQ in Korea
• Basic knowledge in IT technology (Digital Marketing, RPA, ERP, and MSP)
• Possess analytical skills and good in numbers
• Prior experience in contract management preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially PowerPoint and Excel
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Self-motivated and a team-player
• Able to work efficiently and multi-task with minimum supervision

Location: Singapore

About this role:

The audit director as an individual contributor provides strategic and operational leadership for their respective audit teams leading to the delivery of engagements in their risk coverage areas. Responsible to support RHIA to cultivate and manage relationships with senior collaborators in their business and/or functional areas leading to enhanced awareness of strategic priorities, key risks and deeper business knowledge. Use data to support IA processes, which may include working with internal and external partners to ensure greater insight and valued outcome.

Key Responsibilities:

· Ensure high quality audit and advisory engagements, in collaboration with the engagement clients, to foster simplification and enterprise approach.

· Actively support RHIA in managing relationships with business, functional, and corporate functions collaborators (global, regional, and/or local). This includes support in selection, training, and development of auditors by supporting and coaching during engagements and giving regular feedback.

· Supervise audit and advisory plans from preparation to delivery ensuring proper execution and reporting of results in line with Novartis IA methodologies and standards.

· Lead and deliver complex engagements including those without pre-defined frameworks.

· Manage short- and long-term audit planning, resource requirements, and resource allocation corresponding to identified risks and priorities.

· Build the preparation of a comprehensive risk assessment for the teams that serves as a basis for future assurance plans.

· Provide thought leadership in assigned areas of subject matter expertise and contributing to innovative approaches including advanced analytics.

· Ensure that audit and advisory methodology is adhered to, and quality standards are met.

· Ensure respective audit team execution supports simplification of key business processes aligned with the company’s aspirations.

· Support RHIA in highlighting risks, key insights, and trends to senior ECN/ACC reporting.

· Participate in Novartis IA projects / initiatives when needed.

· Support Global Security with specific Speak Up cases that require IA expertise.

· Using advanced analytics and applying available data to enhance risk assessment, audit execution, insight sharing, and business partnering.

Requirements

Essential Requirements:

· University degree (Finance, Engineering, Sciences or other relevant qualification) or equivalent required. Certified Internal Auditor, CA, MBA, PhD or equivalent are considered a plus.

· Proficient in English both written and spoken, excellent communication skills. Other languages are a plus.

· At least 7 + years of relevant business and/or functional experience. Experience in a pharmaceutical or biotechnology company is a plus.

· Business, functional, and/or operational competence in related functions understanding company strategy and main risks

· Experience working in a matrix organization and building close relationships with 2nd line assurance/risk functions

· Strong interpersonal, organizational and project management skills and resilience to meet multiple priorities and deadlines.

· Strong relationship building skills can influence, negotiate with and motivate senior leaders.

· Extensive knowledge of risk management, governance, and compliance

· Excellent verbal and written communication with strong influencing skills.

· Ability to travel domestically/internationally as needed (~30% travel)

Why Novartis:

Our purpose is to reimagine medicine to improve and extend people’s lives and our vision is to become the most valued and trusted medicines company in the world. How can we achieve this? With our people. It is our associates that drive us each day to reach our ambitions. Be a part of this mission and join us!

Learn more here: https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture

You’ll receive:

You can find everything you need to know about our benefits and rewards in the Novartis Life Handbook. https://www.novartis.com/careers/benefits-rewards

Join our Novartis Network:

If this role is not suitable to your experience or career goals but you wish to stay connected to hear more about Novartis and our career opportunities, join the Novartis Network here:

https://talentnetwork.novartis.com/network

Get to know our Team:

• Internal Audit is an independent function (3rd line of Defence) within GXS Bank that provides an objective assurance and advisory role to senior management.
• We use a systematic, disciplined risk-based approach to evaluate and assess risks, processes and internal controls, while aligning them to the Bank’s overall digital strategy.
• Internal Audit covers multiple businesses and technology functions within the Bank.

Get to know the Role:

• You report to the Head of Technology Audit at GXS Bank, which is part of the IT/ Technology audit team.
• As an IT /Technology auditor, you are primarily responsible for executing all audits and risk advisory activities pertaining to IT/Technology (Applications & Infrastructure), Cyber Security, Data Governance & Engineering and Technology Products at GXS.
• We seek a candidate who brings excellent audit and risk advisory experience to support the Technology Audit team, in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• You effectively plan, manage and execute audits, including the design of audit test steps to evaluate the risks associated with (but not limited to) governance, business management, financial, operational, regulatory, and business continuity.
• You maintain well documented audit work papers including supporting documents/ evidence in the GRC system, which are subject to regular internal quality assurance review.
• You are able to execute and complete audit projects by adhering to audit methodology, key phases and assigned timelines.
• Keep abreast of MAS regulations on IT-related guidelines and cyber hygiene relating to FIs and banks.
• You are familiar with current technology tools (e.g. Power BI & Tableau) and well versed in data analytic initiatives (rule-based/ ML) and business priorities (with associated emerging/ inherent/ residual risks), so as to translate them into automated audit test steps using data to enhance audit focus on control design assessment and targeted sampling.

The day-to-day activities:

• Support the Head of Technology Audit as part of the Audit team.
• Plan and perform risk-based assessments, focusing on all risks arising from the Technology, Cyber Security, Data Governance & Engineering and Products.
• Execute audit reviews and fieldworks, including work paper documentation, drafting of audit findings and leading the issue discussion internally and with stakeholders.
• Assist to draft audit reports and participate in the presentation of audit findings.
• Ensure effective and timely execution of audit projects in accordance with audit methodology and timelines.
• You may be required to participate/ support in ad-hoc projects, special thematic review or special independent investigation.
• Build and maintain healthy relationships with different levels of management, stakeholders, and be a trusted risk advisor on control related matters.
• Actively participate in driving data analytics capabilities including the maintenance of audit workflow system (i.e. GRC), so as to improve the effectiveness of Internal Audit.

The must haves:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/ Information System (or equivalent) or higher from a globally recognized university
• Related certifications (i.e. CISA, CISSP, CIA, AWS Certification or similar) are preferred
• Minimum 10 years of audit experience in IT/ Technology, Information Management, Digital Channel and Cyber & Security Risk Management
• Strong knowledge of MAS Technology Risk Management (TRM) Guidelines
• Highly competent with IT audit methodologies and concepts; including the agile audit methodology
• Good understanding of IT-related and technology products in the digital banking space.
• Familiar with modern and emerging technology techniques and possess an interest to stay abreast of industry developments (e.g. DevOps, Cloud, APIs, service-oriented architectures etc).
• SME’s knowledge regarding technology application process/ control disciplines, consumer banking control processes, digital channels and products.
• An excellent team player
• Confidence in dealing with senior stakeholders particularly the Management Committee and Board Audit Committee is a plus
• Able to work independently and possess the courage to challenge risk-decisions made by senior stakeholders, from a 3rd line of defence perspective
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills
• Good analytical, presentation and report writing skills
• Located in Singapore, and ability to travel for work when required is a plus