Toa Payoh - Internal Audit Senior Associate
Introduction
PKF-CAP LLP is a member firm of PKF International Limited which is a network of legally independent professional service firms providing audit and assurance, accounting, tax, corporate recovery and insolvency, corporate finance, and financial advisory services to clients in more than 100 countries around the world.
In Singapore, we are a dynamic and growing risk consulting practice looking for hard-working and ambitious professionals to join us.
Our values are simple yet powerful. We believe in passion, hard work, and dedication to client service and reward our people for performance and contribution to the firm. Our people learn from job experience as well as training conducted by Directors, Managers, and external trainers.At PKF-CAP LLP, we grow ourselves by inculcating a culture of learning and thriving on our creativity to solve business challenges.
Our clients include listed companies and non-profit organisations.
As a Senior Associate, you will work as part of a team with extensive industry experience, helping our clients solve their complex business issues and be the catalyst to help shape a new Risk Consulting paradigm and identify areas of potential performance improvement.
Responsibilities- Identify key controls and tailor audit procedures to evaluate the design and validate the operating effectiveness of internal controls in various business processes;
- Provide risk advisory audit support to audit engagements on regulatory and compliance matters
- Prepare internal audit reports including audit observations and recommendations on business processes and enhancement of internal controls
- Review and recommend practical business process improvements to address control gaps and to enhance efficiency where possible;
- Participate in fieldwork and inform engagement managers on job status
- Conduct presentations of audit findings and advise our clients on regulatory and compliance matters, including but not limited to reviewing and formulating recommendations for processes and controls in compliance with regulatory requirements
- Monitor progress, manage risk, and ensure key stakeholders are kept informed about progress and expected outcomes
- Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
- Stay updated on changes in regulations that may impact the operations and internal controls.
- Participate in the development and enhancement of internal audit methodologies, processes, and tools.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of internal audit practices and the overall governance framework.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field.
- Professional certifications such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or other relevant certifications are often preferred.
- Minimum 3 – 4 years of experience in internal audit
- Strong understanding of internal auditing standards, principles, and practices.
- Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in using audit software, data analysis tools, and Microsoft Office applications.
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, for reporting findings and interacting with stakeholders.
- Attention to detail and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.