Total 6 Internship audit assistant job vacancies in singapore south east

As Regional IT Auditor, you will add value and improve the bank’s Information Technology and Information Security operations by bringing an efficient and disciplined approach to the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes. You will travel and work closely with internal audit counterparts on a regional scale to conduct audit visits. You will have the opportunity to work with the stakeholders to evaluate internal controls and providing recommendations to strengthen these processes.

The Regional IT Auditor will be responsible for conducting IT audits across the Asia Pacific region. This role focuses on evaluating the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and control processes within information technology environments across SMBC APAC offices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and/or execute Information Technology and Information Security audits independently and efficiently, which includes audit planning, key control evaluation and testing, report drafting, as well as follow-up and closure of issues. Perform these audit activities in accordance with the Bank's internal audit methodology.
• Assess the Bank's Information Technology and Information Security internal control environment to provide comprehensive insights into the current risk posture, identify potential vulnerabilities, and recommend strategic improvements. These recommendations aim to enhance the overall security framework and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Provide value-adding recommendations to management to address emerging issues or remediate identified weaknesses.
• Apply data analytics to assess the internal control environment.
• Establish and develop good working relationships with management of assigned Information Technology and Information Security functions, for which the candidate has been assigned risk assessment responsibilities.
• Contribute to the annual risk assessment exercise by developing a thorough understanding of the business strategy, plans, products, processes, performance, risks, and issues of the assigned Information Techology and information Security functions.
• Perform continuous monitoring on assigned Information Technology an Information Security functions to keep abreast on evolving markets, regulatory, business and operational changes to drive appropriate ongoing audit coverage.
• Perform continuous monitoring of assigned Information Technology and Information Security functions to stay informed about evolving markets, regulatory changes, business, and operational shifts. This ongoing monitoring helps drive appropriate audit coverage.
• Keep abreast of regulatory changes and industry best practices in Asia Pacific region (e.g. Singapore, Australia, India, Seoul, Taiwan, Vietnam, Thailand, etc).
• Participate in the team’s strategic initiatives and projects as opportunities arise.

Requirements

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in IT audit, preferably in a financial services environment. Experience in the APAC region is highly desirable.
• CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor), CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional), or equivalent preferred.
• Familiar with the regulatory requirements specific to technology risk management in Asia Pacific (e.g. MAS, RBI, APRA, SBV, etc ).
• Familiar with execution of risk-based audit approach.
• Strong understanding of IT audit methodologies, cybersecurity controls, frameworks (e.g., COBIT, ISO 27001, NIST), and ITGC (IT General Controls).
• Proficient in both spoken and written English.
• Good interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• Good team player as well as able to work independently.
• Meticulous, disciplined and self-motivated individual with the passion to pursue excellence.

As Regional Internal Auditor, you will add value and improve the bank’s operations by bringing an efficient and disciplined approach to the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes. You will travel and work closely with internal audit counterparts on a regional scale to conduct audit visits. You will have the opportunity to work with the stakeholders to evaluate internal controls and providing recommendations to strengthen these processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and/or execute audits independently and efficiently, including audit planning, key control evaluation and testing, report drafting and issues follow-up and closure. Perform audit activities in accordance with the Bank internal audit methodology.
• Assess the Bank internal control environment with view to provide value-adding recommendations to Management to manage emerging issues or remediate identified weaknesses.
• Apply data analytics to assess the internal control environment.
• Establish and develop good working relationship with Management of assigned Business Units for which candidate has been assigned risk assessment responsibility.
• Contribute to the annual risk assessment exercise by developing good understanding of business strategy, plans, products, processes performance, risks and issues of the assigned Business Units.
• Perform continuous monitoring on assigned Business Units to keep abreast on evolving markets, regulatory, business and operational changes to drive appropriate ongoing audit coverage.
• Participate in the team’s strategic initiatives and projects as opportunities arise.

Requirements

• CPA certified or equivalent of an internationally recognized accounting body
• At least 6 years of Treasury audit experience in the banking industry with experience in leading audits
• Familiar with execution of risk-based audit approach
• Proficient in both spoken and written English
• Good interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
• Good team player as well as able to work independently
• Meticulous, disciplined and self-motivated individual with the passion to pursue excellence

As Regional Internal Auditor, you will add value and improve the bank’s operations by bringing an efficient and disciplined approach to the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes. Specialised in governance and risk management, your role will play a critical part in promoting strong governance and risk management culture across the organization, you will work closely with cross-functional teams and senior leadership to deliver high-quality audit services.

You will travel and work closely with internal audit counterparts on a regional scale to conduct audit visits. You will have the opportunity to work with the stakeholders to evaluate internal controls and providing recommendations to strengthen these processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and/or execute audits independently and efficiently, including audit planning, key control evaluation and testing, report drafting and issues follow-up and closure. Perform audit activities in accordance with the Bank internal audit methodology.
• Assess the Bank internal control environment with view to provide value-adding recommendations to Management to manage emerging issues or remediate identified weaknesses.
• Apply data analytics to assess the internal control environment.
• Establish and develop good working relationship with Management of assigned Business Units for which candidate has been assigned risk assessment responsibility.
• Contribute to the annual risk assessment exercise by developing good understanding of business strategy, plans, products, processes performance, risks and issues of the assigned Business Units.
• Perform continuous monitoring on assigned Business Units to keep abreast on evolving markets, regulatory, business and operational changes to drive appropriate ongoing audit coverage.
• Participate in Bank’s strategic initiatives / project meeting to promote / enhance the organization's governance and risk culture.
• Participate in the audit department’s strategic initiatives and projects as opportunities arise.

Requirements

• CPA certified or equivalent of an internationally recognized accounting body
• At least 8 years experience in audit of the banking industry with experience in governance and risk management audit
• Familiar with execution of risk-based audit approach
• Strong understanding of risk management frameworks, governance standards, and best practices (i.e. Basel, COSO, Three-line Defense)
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present audit findings and recommendations effectively.
• Good interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
• Good team player as well as able to work independently
• Meticulous, disciplined and self-motivated individual with the passion to pursue excellence
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

• Generate audit samples from the SAP system.
• Review and verify business transaction documents.
• Conduct fixed asset inspections at client locations.
• Follow up on audit findings and ensure resolution.
• Support supervisors in compiling audit reports.
• Help in documenting audit findings and recommendations.
• Perform other duties and administrative tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Blackstone is the world’s largest alternative asset manager. We seek to create positive economic impact and long-term value for our investors, the companies we invest in, and the communities in which we work. We do this by using extraordinary people and flexible capital to help companies solve problems. Our $1 trillion in assets under management include investment vehicles focused on private equity, real estate, public debt and equity, infrastructure, life sciences, growth equity, opportunistic, non-investment grade credit, real assets and secondary funds, all on a global basis. Further information is available at www.blackstone.com. Follow @blackstone on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram.

 

Position Title

Internal Audit Associate

Blackstone Internal Audit (“BXIA”) Overview

BXIA provides independent and objective assurance to the Board of Directors and Executive Management by evaluating that the businesses across the global platform are well governed, operating effectively and meeting risk management objectives. The BXIA team is guided by a philosophy of adding intrinsic value by improving the operations of the Firm and protecting its reputation. The team works collaboratively with Blackstone senior leadership to understand the requisite risks and to evaluate and contribute to effective governance, internal control, and risk management. The BXIA team has a global footprint of exceptionally talented people, with diverse professional backgrounds, and works in a highly collaborative manner.

Responsibilities

The Internal Audit candidate will be involved in all core activities undertaken by BXIA including annual risk assessment, assurance and advisory activities, including audit planning and execution, and contributing to department wide strategic initiatives. BXIA’s remit spans across all areas of the Firm, including the business strategy teams responsible for investment and asset management, and corporate functions such as Human Resources and Compliance. In APAC, BXIA provides coverage of key entities in Hong Kong, Singapore, India, China, Japan, Australia, and South Korea.

Specific responsibilities of the role include:
• Perform risk-based audits across Blackstone’s global platform and gain exposure to the firm’s diverse businesses, products, regions, and enterprise functions
• Perform testing, document test results, identify findings as applicable, and work with internal staff to design corrective actions that mitigate risk, drive efficiency and add value
• Leverage industry experience to provide advisory services during the development of new businesses, design of new processes and implementation of systems
• Develop ongoing working relationships within the firm, communicate ways to improve controls and have a strong understanding of new firm wide initiatives in the pipeline
• Assist in the annual risk assessment process and contribute to the formation of the annual audit plan through direct input, insight and perspective around current business, industry and regulatory risk factors
• Aid in the development and management of the international internal audit risk assessment framework, including the ongoing management of risk registers and control libraries
• Participate in firm and industry events that will enhance your skills and expand your knowledge of the alternative asset management industry

Qualifications
BXIA seeks to attract and develop best-in-class talent from diverse professional backgrounds including finance, technology, risk management, operations, and compliance. Successful professionals should demonstrate a strong understanding of the asset management business and a history of cultivating strong working relationships with business partners through the delivery of impactful services focused on strengthening the risk and control environment. The small size of this group offers an opportunity to gain significant exposure across the Blackstone platform.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate adaptability, intellectual curiosity, strong judgment, and superior problem-solving skills to successfully navigate the complexities associated with evaluating risk across various business units and enterprise-wide functions. In addition, the successful candidate should have:
• Minimum 5 years of auditing experience in the financial services industry
• Undergraduate or graduate degree in accounting, finance, economics, computer science or business-related field
• Personal and professional integrity of the highest order
• Aptitude towards investment and risk management, scenario analysis and problem solving
• Strong project management, organizational and presentation skills
• Excellent communication (verbal, written & listening) and interpersonal skills
• Ability to think critically and strategically to develop innovative recommendations to mitigate risks and add value to the organization
• Proficient understanding of current regulatory and industry events
• Experience with internal audit risk assessments, SOX/Internal controls and/or ERP security and control review
• Ability to adapt to new challenges in a dynamic and environment while handling multiple projects
• Ability to work well within a team-oriented environment and individually
• Ability to partner across teams, summarize issues, develop recommendations, and make decisions
• Ability to be proactive and take initiative
• An energetic and enthusiastic approach to the role
• Experience with Governance, Risk & Compliance technology tools (ex. Audit Board) & Tableau
• Strong experience in the use of analytical tools (e.g. Alteryx) and positive attitude towards the use of technology
• Alternative investments experience strongly preferred
• MBA, CA, CIA, CFA or CISA credentials strongly preferred

The duties and responsibilities described here are not exhaustive and additional assignments, duties, or responsibilities may be required of this position.  Assignments, duties, and responsibilities may be changed at any time, with or without notice, by Blackstone in its sole discretion.

Blackstone is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic predisposition, veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, a sex offense or stalking, or any other class or status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.  All Blackstone employees, including but not limited to recruiting personnel and hiring managers, are required to abide by this policy.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete your application, please contact Human Resources at 212-583-5000 (US), +44 (0)20 7451 4000 (EMEA) or +852 3656 8600 (APAC).

Depending on the position, you may be required to obtain certain securities licenses if you are in a client facing role and/or if you are engaged in the following:

• Attending client meetings where you are discussing Blackstone products and/or and client questions;

• Marketing Blackstone funds to new or existing clients;

• Supervising or training securities licensed employees;

• Structuring or creating Blackstone funds/products; and

• Advising on marketing plans prepared by a sales team or developing and/or contributing information for marketing materials.

Note: The above list is not the exhaustive list of activities requiring securities licenses and there may be roles that require review on a case-by-case basis.  Please speak with your Blackstone Recruiting contact with any questions.

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[What you will be working on]

As our intern, you will be required to/your deliverables are:

• Deploy data analytics as part of the risk assessment analysis performed during the audit planning and scoping stage.

• Perform data analytics with the use of suitable tools, to assess the adequacy and effectiveness of key controls during audit fieldwork. Deploy data visualisation tools to present analysis derived from data analytics performed during audit fieldwork stage. 

• Execute audit programs to appraise effectiveness of internal controls in managing risks.

• Assist in the preparation of audit reports to present the analysis of audit issues to line management. Work closely with line management to develop action plans to remediate audit issues.

• Support Corporate Audit’s continuous improvement initiatives to enhance data analytical capabilities.

• Assist in consultancy engagements to promote good internal control practices, corporate governance and risk management.

• Enhance the organisation’s corporate governance through value-added audit activities. Take on an advisory role by partnering colleagues from other business units to add value and improve the organisation’s governance, risk management and control processes.

Learning Outcomes and Other Experiences

During your internship, you can expect to gain the following skills and experiences:

• Exposure to how EDB creates a positive impact for Singapore and Singaporeans, through undertaking investment promotion and industry development, and working with international businesses, both foreign and local.

• Hands-on experience in internal audit processes, risk assessment, and control evaluation within a dynamic organization.

• Opportunity to apply and enhance internal audit skillsets, including data analytics, risk assessment, report writing etc.

• Development of critical soft skills including effective communications skills, stakeholder management and project management.

[What we are looking for]

• Penultimate year undergraduates/ students currently pursuing a degree/ diploma in Business / Finance/ Accounting or a related field.

• Proficiency in data analytics tools (e.g., Tableau/Power BI/ACL/Python) will be an advantage.

• Keen attention to details and willingness to learn and hone internal audit and risk controls skillsets.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and enjoys interaction with multiple stakeholders.