Job Summary
You will lead and manage internal audit activities across multiple countries within the Group, driving a risk-based audit approach to strengthen corporate governance, risk management, internal controls, and business process excellence. Collaborate with senior stakeholders and lead a high-performing audit team to deliver strategic value and measurable business outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a risk-based annual audit plan in partnership with the Group Internal Audit Head to address key risks at Group, country, and engagement levels
- Review and approve audit scopes, programs, and methodologies aligned with international auditing standards to ensure comprehensive risk coverage
- Evaluate the effectiveness of risk management frameworks, internal controls, and governance structures to identify control gaps and risk exposures
- Assess financial, operational, IT, fraud, and compliance risks and provide actionable insights to Senior Management and the Board
- Support fraud risk assessments and investigations to mitigate potential losses and reputational damage
- Act as a trusted advisor to business leaders by delivering process improvement recommendations, controls enhancement, and risk mitigation strategies
- Provide advisory support for key initiatives including mergers and acquisitions, system implementations, and major organizational change programs
- Partner with leaders to develop KPIs and performance monitoring frameworks that drive accountability and continuous improvement
- Lead, coach, and develop the Internal Audit team across the cluster to build capabilities and foster a collaborative, high-integrity culture
- Allocate resources effectively to ensure timely and quality delivery of audit engagements
- Conduct performance reviews and support continuous professional development of audit staff
- Identify opportunities to enhance business processes and operational efficiency through audit findings and recommendations
- Apply data analytics and audit technology (CAATs) to strengthen audit insights and improve audit effectiveness
- Evaluate the impact of technology, digitalization, and emerging risks on the business and adapt audit methodologies accordingly
- Drive continuous improvement in audit methodologies and practices to maintain alignment with evolving industry standards and business needs
- Willingness to travel within the APAC region to support multi-country audit activities
Required competencies and certifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related fields
- Professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, or CISA (highly preferred)
Preferred competencies and qualifications
- Minimum 7 years of audit-related experience with at least 3 years in a managerial or project leadership role
- Experience in regional or multi-country audit environments
