Assistant Manager Internal Audit

The Audit & Risk Recruitment is working with a global manufacturing audit team which covers Europe, USA and Asia.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Internal Auditor (Assistant Manager equivalent elsewhere) to join the Singapore office to support the APAC operations on an 8 month Fixed Term Contract. This is a high-impact role offering exposure to a wide range of businesses and senior stakeholders across the group. It is a highly agile team with a requirement to be flexible.

Reporting to the senior leadership team, you will play a key role in delivering risk-based internal audits across the business's operations in Asia and globally. You will help strengthen governance, risk management, and internal controls, while providing independent, objective insights to management and the Audit Committee.

Key responsibilities include:

• Planning and executing internal audit assignments across diverse business units and geographies
• Assessing the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance processes
• Identifying control weaknesses and recommending practical, value-adding improvements
• Preparing clear, concise audit reports and presenting findings to senior management
• Following up on agreed management actions to ensure timely and effective remediation
• Contributing to continuous improvement of audit methodologies and practices

To be successful in this role, you will bring strong technical expertise, sound judgement, and the ability to engage confidently with senior stakeholders across various business units.

We are looking for:

• A recognised professional qualification (e.g. CPA, CA, ACCA or equivalent) is essential. CIA candidates cannot be considered at this time.
• At least 7 to 9 years of relevant experience in internal audit, external audit, or risk management, ideally within a multinational environment. A consulting background is essential and no financial services candidates can be considered at this stage. Ideally you will have around five years of Internal Audit experience.
• Strong understanding of internal controls, risk assessment, and corporate governance
• Excellent analytical, communication, and report-writing skills
• Strong accounting understanding
• The ability to work independently, manage multiple assignments, and meet deadlines
• Willingness to travel internationally as required
• Data Analytics knowledge or interest is helpful
• High integrity and professionalism
• Must be based in Singapore (no sponsorship offered)

This is an excellent opportunity for those looking for a broad exposure in a truly international environment. The team is very collaborative and promote development. You will join a team where you will have a chance to get involved immediately and so, we are looking for a confident and independent person.

NOTE: if you are immediately available, this would be a great opportunity to have impact from the first day.