Internal Audit Manager (8 Months - Maternity Cover)

About FWD Group

FWD Group (1828.HK) is a pan-Asian life and health insurance business that serves more than 38 million customers across 10 markets, including BRI Life in Indonesia. FWD’s customer-led and tech-enabled approach aims to deliver innovative propositions, easy-to-understand products and a simpler insurance experience. Established in 2013, the company operates in some of the fastest-growing insurance markets in the world with a vision of changing the way people feel about insurance. FWD Group is listed on the main board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange under the stock code 1828.

For more information, please visit www.fwd.com

In Singapore, FWD aims to change the way people feel about insurance by leveraging technology to deliver products and services that are relevant, easy to understand and always convenient for our customers. To this end, we have a direct-to-consumer (DTC) platform that allows customers to buy their preferred life and general insurance products directly from our website; as well as a network of preferred Financial Advisory (FA) firms for customers who want to speak with an advisor before committing to an insurance plan. Whatever their preference, we believe insurance should be simple, reliable and convenient.

If you are looking for a career where you can create a real impact and celebrate living, we invite you to join us on our exciting journey.

PURPOSE

Maternity cover for the Internal Audit Manager by supporting the Head of Internal Audit in the planning, execution, reporting, and follow‑up of internal audit activities, ensuring audits are delivered in accordance with Group Internal Audit Methodology, within agreed timelines, and with appropriate quality and stakeholder engagement.

KEY ACCOUNTAIBILITIES

• Supports the Head of IA in executing the approved Internal Audit plan, ensuring work is delivered with appropriate quality and timeliness.

• Lead and support audit engagements as assigned, including preparation of working papers and reports to ensure compliance with Group Internal Audit Methodology.

• For assigned audit projects, be responsible for:

• Developing the objectives, scope and timeline of audit projects with agreement from management
• Conducting walkthroughs the relevant process owners
• Identifying the key risks and controls to be assessed
• Evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of the key controls identified
• Assessing and clearly articulating the root causes, risks, impact and remediation actions of the observations identified and obtaining management agreement and buy-in.

• Follow up with management on remediation actions arising from audit projects, including proper and timely verification of the remediation actions to ensure the risks are addressed effectively in a timely manner 

• Support the preparation of quarterly Internal Audit updates to the Audit Committee, including clear articulation of key risks, audit outcomes, and overall assurance provided.

QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE

• Minimum bachelor’s degree holder in accounting, finance or equivalent

• Minimum 4 to 5 years working experience in audit, preferably with experience in the insurance industry

• Charted Accountant, Certified Public Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor or other related professional certification

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITY

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  Strong written and verbal communication skills, with confidence to engage and influence stakeholders and management to achieve the desired outcomes.

• Sound understanding of internal audit principles, risk assessment and control evaluation.

• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and ability to exercise professional judgement.

• Collaborative team player who is enthusiastic, motivated and committed to delivering high quality outcomes.

• Knowledge of life insurance is an advantage but not mandatory.