FORENSIC AUDITOR – ASSISTANT MANAGER/MANAGER, INTERNAL AUDIT

Purpose of the role

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 an experienced and detail-oriented Forensic Auditor at the Manager level to join our dynamic team. 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 Forensic Auditor Senior Manager, Internal Audit, you will lead and participate in conducting confidential and sensitive investigations regarding allegations of fraud or other irregularities that may involve employees and persons or entities doing business with the Company.

The selected candidate will perform assignments that may include, but not be limited to: examining and analyzing financial records and documents, participating in and conducting interviews, preparing reports, and working directly with various stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

To support the execution of internal investigations and internal audit assignments across the Group. In the absence of active investigation cases, the incumbent will support the Internal Audit function in conducting risk-based audits, control reviews, and other assurance activities to enhance governance, risk management, and internal controls. The role is principally responsible for supporting investigation activities, with the internal audit support as the secondary function.

Key responsibilities as the forensic auditor as follows:

Plan, execute and manage forensic audits to detect and investigate allegations of fraud, misconduct, and other irregularities.
Conducts accurate and thorough forensic audits; interview employees, contractors and third parties to ascertain facts regarding acts of fraud, employee misconduct, and other irregularities; carries out audits within established timeframes; operates within the policies of the Group.
Collaborate with legal counsel, law enforcement, and other agencies as needed.
Utilize forensic accounting techniques and data analytics tools to uncover financial discrepancies and fraud.
Prepares detailed reports of forensic audits setting forth allegations, findings, evidence and recommendations.
Summarize relevant findings, reports and related documentation and communicate clearly and professionally to senior management and other relevant parties.
Identify opportunities for process improvements within the forensic audit function and implement best practices.
Develop and deliver training programs to enhance team skills and knowledge.
Stay current with industry trends, emerging threats, and advancements in forensic auditing practices.
Contribute to the development and enhancement of forensic audit methodologies and tools.
Stay current with industry trends, emerging threats, and advancements in forensic auditing practices.

Other Responsibilities

Key knowledge leader in forensic investigations. Independently leads related projects to develop transferable technical knowledge and improvements.
Effectively collaborates and engages with the stakeholders.
This is a sole contributor role, with support from internal auditors on project basis.

To be successful and excel in this position, the candidate should have the following qualities:

Basic Qualifications

Recognised degree in Accountancy/Business/IT (Information Systems)/ Forensic Accounting, or a related field. Holder of CFE professional certification is highly desirable.
Minimum 5 years of relevant and proven working experience in forensic auditing, internal audit, accounting, or financial investigation, with at least 2-3 years in a managerial or senior role.
Demonstrated experience in interaction with senior management and stakeholders.
Strong foundation in anti-fraud, internal control concepts and familiar with emerging risks and technology.
Knowledge of auditing ERP tools and controls (e.g., SAP), forensic accounting software, and data analytics tools.
In-depth knowledge of relevant regulations, laws, and industry standards.
Good interpersonal and written/spoken communication skills
Proficient in reading, writing and spoken English and Mandarin.

Other Preferred Requirements

Aptitude to seek continuous self-enrichment and personal development.
Data interrogation skills and usage knowledge in data analytics tools (e.g., Tableau, SQL, Python).
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.
Familiarity and experience auditing in relevant industries such as but not limited to manufacturing, MRO, integrated engineering/technology, project management.
Possess good business acumen, deep understanding of the business environment and trends.
Has well developed leadership qualities.