GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Internal Auditor for our Group Internal Audit (GIA) team based in Singapore will have primary responsibilities over key Julius Baer locations in the Asia region. The Internal Auditor will be part of a dynamic and highly collaborative team, and will be responsible for leading / conducting independent, objective and risk-based audits in accordance with the annual audit plan.
In planning and executing risk-based audits, the Internal Auditor must comply with local practices (including regulatory expectations), BJB published internal audit manual, as well as with the Standards for Professional Practice of Internal Auditing by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA). Progressively, we also apply Data Analytics to gather audit evidence on a continuous basis. In addition to planned audits, the Internal Auditor may at times be instructed to carry out special assignments or investigations.
In accordance with the Charter of GIA, the Internal Auditor is independent from other operating functions and has no executive role to play. However, the Internal Auditor may provide certain advice if and when asked (e.g., advice management on risks, exposures and infrastructure related matters). Any such advice provided must not compromise the independence (fact and/or appearance) of GIA.
The Internal Auditor is required to assist and support the Asia Head of Internal Audit in the day-to-day activities of GIA.
KEY FEATURES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
Key Responsibilities
· Plan or support audit engagements, including the identification of risks and defining key audit objectives
· Working collaboratively within the audit team and audit stakeholders to ensure completion of the audit assignment within the budgeted time
· Risk focused, and exercise high level of professional scepticism
· Ensuring that audit documentation complies with auditing standards and internal audit methodology
· Independent assessment of the severity of identified issues and related risks
· Drafting and finalisation of the audit issues, including the in-depth assessment of root cause(s)
· Drafting and finalisation of the Audit Report (applicable if the Internal Auditor is the Responsible Auditor leading the audit)
· Where required, the Internal Auditor will be responsible for the follow up of audit issues raised, and to perform independent review to validate that appropriate remedial measures have been implemented by management to mitigate the underlying risk(s) within the agreed time frame
· Where required, support and contribute to the annual risk assessment and the annual audit planning process
· Work effectively and collaboratively in inter-disciplinary teams (e.g., integrated audits with IT auditors or Data Analytics specialists)
Collaboration
· The Internal Auditor shall provide guidance to audit team member(s), and to perform detailed reviews to ensure high quality audit documentation and well-supported audit conclusions (applicable if the Internal Auditor is the appointed Responsible Auditor leading the audit)
· The Internal Auditor is also expected to provide positive developmental feedback to the team member(s) on a timely basis (applicable if the Internal Auditor is the appointed Responsible Auditor leading the audit)
· The Internal Auditor is expected to contribute positively, and proactively escalate any challenges or issues to the Responsible Auditor and Lead Auditor
· Proactive sharing of knowledge and insights within GIA
Stakeholder Management (internal & external)
· Build and maintain good professional working relationships with key stakeholders
· Coordinate audits with auditees, including planning, fieldwork, issue discussion, and reporting
Regulatory and/or Risk Management Responsibilities
· Demonstration of appropriate values and behaviours including but not limited to standards on honesty and integrity, due care and diligence, fair dealing (treating customers fairly), management of conflicts of interest, competence and continuous development, adequate risk management, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations
SKILLS REQUIREMENTS
Personal and Social
· Excellent inter-personal and writing skills
· Sound judgement, proactive, and out-of-the-box thinking
· Able to work with minimal supervision and under tight deadlines
· Possesses strong organization ability and time management skills
· Meticulous, eye for detail, and good team player
· Embracing new trends and developments in a broad context, including auditing techniques
· Preparedness for limited (up to 20%) travelling
Professional and Technical
· At least Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Finance or Accounting
· CA, CPA and/or CIA preferred
· At least 3 years post graduate experience in auditing, preferably in the Wealth Management industry
· Strong knowledge of local banking and relevant regulatory body rules and regulations, particularly Singapore and Hong Kong
· Demonstrated ability to work well with others in a dynamic, fast-paced, and geographically distributed organization
