The Information Technology (“IT”) Internal Audit Manager is responsible for managing multiple client engagement teams, both internally and with the external vendor, in the planning and execution of audits focused on the assessment and/or evaluation of IT systems and the mitigation of IT-related business risks. The manager will also have overall responsibility for planning and execution of testing of technology dependent internal controls over financial reporting across the company (Section 404) as well as all technology resource management process audits. In addition, this individual will be a key leader in building the IT audit infrastructure of the internal audit department.

The ideal candidate will be an experienced IT internal audit senior, who has acted as a manager and is close to promotion or an IT audit manager at a national or international financial institution or an external audit firm (preferably Big 4) working on public companies. In addition, the ideal candidate must have strong leadership, project management and communication skills. CISA , CPA, or CIA certification as well as knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley is required.
 

• Working together with our Co-source vendor for IT audit, developing the annual IT Risk Assessment and Audit Plan aligned with the company’s strategic objectives.
• Lead the development of audit programs including scope, objectives and procedures.
• Perform technology, operational audits to analyze the effectiveness of internal operating policies and administrative procedures as well as to recommend improvements in application controls (for both existing systems and systems in development), operating system controls, information access, and physical security of the data center and change management.
• Lead internal audit teams in executing audit programs, and participate in execution of audits for higher risk areas, where necessary.
• Report on a regular basis to the CAE and management regarding internal related matters and stage of completion of various programs outlined in the audit plan.
• Apply advanced principles of accounting knowledge of operations and information systems to provide suggestions for improvements in internal controls.
• Develop strategic plans, policies and programs for the internal audit department, where necessary.
• Apply knowledge of Sarbanes Oxley and other corporate governance requirements to assist in the company’s compliance with such requirements as prescribed by the Institute of Internal Auditors and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.
• Direct and/or perform any specific ad hoc audits or assignments as requested.
• Provide ad-hoc training to Internal Audit personnel as necessary.
• Interact with external auditors/regulators when applicable.
• Lead staff in detecting and investigating potential fraud cases involving employees, customers and vendors.
• Attend certain management meetings

REQUIREMENTS:
 

• Bachelor’s, or master’s degree in business, accounting, finance, computer science, information systems, engineering or a related discipline.
• A minimum of five years of experience working as an IT internal auditor for a public firm or internal audit within the financial services industry.
• A minimum of two years of experience in a management position/role preferably in internal audit or with a Big-four firm in IT audit.
• Strong knowledge of COBIT and IT infrastructure and related internal controls.
• Experience working directly with senior management.
• Banking and/or financial services industry experience/knowledge preferred.
• Knowledge and/or experience with designing or testing of internal controls over financial reporting (Sarbanes-Oxley) or the COSO framework.
• Excellent interpersonal/verbal communication skills with the ability to build strong professional relationships.
• CISA and CPA, or CIA certification as well as experience with Sarbanes-Oxley is required.
• Ability to work effectively across all divisions, functions and geographical locations (East and West Coast in US and Asia) as well as in a cross-cultural environment.
• Strong written communications skills.
• Excellent presentation skills with experience reporting to senior management/board committees
• A proven track-record of effectively managing projects and prioritizing tasks.
• Must have the ability to plan, execute and deliver projects in a timely manner.
• Ability to effectively multi-task.
• Action and results oriented positive attitude with the ability to overcome obstacles
• High level of integrity and ethical values.
• Knowledge of Cantonese and/or Mandarin a plus, but not required.

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