Senior Regional Internal Auditor

Job Summary

We are seeking a talented and motivated Senior Internal Auditor, based in Malaysia, to join our dynamic regional team. This regional role offers a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact on our operations in Singapore, Malaysia, and China. You will be instrumental in designing the internal audit plan, defining the audit scope, and developing work programs. Your responsibilities will include conducting audit procedures, preparing detailed reports with key findings, and providing actionable, innovative recommendations to enhance operations and deliver organizational value.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform internal audits across entities in Malaysia, Singapore, and China to identify risks and control gaps, driving operational improvements
• Design and execute comprehensive testing plans following the Group Internal Audit Methodology to assess control design and operating effectiveness
• Conduct remediation testing and follow-up audits to verify full implementation of remediation plans and resolution of control deficiencies
• Prepare accurate, objective, clear, concise, and timely audit reports, communicating results to relevant stakeholders upon approval
• Maintain thorough and secure documentation of audit working papers, testing results, and findings to ensure audit integrity
• Establish and manage systems to monitor the disposition of audit results and follow-up processes to confirm effective implementation of management actions or acceptance of residual risks
• Participate in internal audit projects covering all operations within the Food Group as required
• Conduct special investigations with the highest level of confidentiality and report findings to the Audit Committee
• Manage Outsource and Co-Source audit parties to ensure timely and quality completion of assignments
• Plan and coordinate audit activities effectively across multiple office locations and time zones, including frequent travel to maximize audit output

Required competencies and certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Auditing, Finance, or related field
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in internal audits
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, IT systems, and local regulations
• Effective communication skills and integrity to manage multiple stakeholders and meet tight deadlines
• Willingness to travel frequently across the APAC region (estimated 30 to 40% annually)

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, CFE, or CISA (highly preferred)
• Experience in manufacturing or similar industries