ST Engineering is a global company with diversified industries and geographies. Our global network of subsidiaries and associated companies spans Asia, Europe, the Middle East and the U.S. Headquartered in Singapore, the Internal Audit function is responsible for all audits approved or assigned otherwise by the Board.
We are looking for a dynamic individual to join our expanding team with the ST Engineering Group Internal Audit function. The role is highly visible, with access to all levels of management and cross- cultural exposure from overseas assignments and interaction with global units.
Reporting to the ST Engineering Group Head Internal Audit, you will assist in driving risk-based audit assignments and reviewing the adequacy and effectiveness of ST Engineering's Group of companies in their governance, risk management and internal controls globally.
You will support in audits, investigations and special reviews in order to provide an independent and objective assessment over governance, risk, assurance matters (including matters over Sustainability Reporting) and to add value by improving the operations of ST Engineering Group.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare detailed audit program and execute IT audits and Integrated audits through applying risk-based auditing skills, usage of data analytics and professional judgement.
- Perform IT general & application controls review leveraging on strong technical knowledge of various technology applications, operating systems, databases, network & infrastructure to evaluate controls design and operating effectiveness.
- Develop relevant scripts/analysis objectives and perform data analysis to identify trends and behavior of businesses.
- Participate in close discussions with management in every closing meeting of assignment.
- Communicate in concise audit reporting, the root causes of identified issues, associated risks.
- Propose quality recommendations to improve any weaknesses in control environment identified.
- Support the Group Internal Audit in the prompt delivery of IT audit plan, including special reviews, investigations, implementation reviews and any other tasks as assigned.
- Support a collaborative environment to share knowledge and best practices learned.
To be successful and excel in this position, the incumbent should have the following qualities:
Basic Qualifications
- Recognised degree in IT (Information Systems)/ Computer Science/Accountancy or equivalent.
- Requires business travelling to regional countries 25% a year (for up to 3 weeks).
- Good interpersonal and written/spoken communication skills
- Proficient in reading, writing and spoken English and Mandarin for audit of overseas associates.
Other Preferred Requirements and Work Experience/Skills:
- At least 2 years IT audit/IT risk management experience, either in Internal Audit or with a reputable professional service firm. Candidates with relevant IT work, including but not limited to, in-depth applications, infrastructure, network and cybersecurity audit experience gained with established organisations and with strong interest in exploring a career in audit can also be considered.
- Solid knowledge of security concepts and configurations of SAP S4/HANA, Oracle EBS, Windows, Azure AD, Linux, MS SQL, etc.
- Experienced in IT general and application controls review of technology applications, operating systems, databases, network and infrastructure.
- Aptitude to seek continuous self-enrichment and personal development. Holders or Pursuers of professional certifications such as CIA, CISA and CISSP are highly desirable.
- Knowledge or exposure to ERP tools and controls (e.g., SAP).
- Data interrogation skills and usage knowledge in audit analytics tools (i.e., Tableau) and scripting languages (i.e., Python, SQL).
- Willingness to perform Operation/Business audits as needed
- Organised and with strong project management, time-keeping skills.
- Attentive to details, observant and has an analytical and inquisitive mind.
- Ability to think critically, assess and evaluate risks and implement solutions.
- Effective communicator with strong reporting skills. Good interpersonal skills and self-awareness.
- Strong influencing skills and confidence in liaising with senior management and business partners
