Total 13 Internship level Accounting / Auditing job vacancies in Tanjong Pagarr, Central Singapore

Accounting Intern (12 month internship)
A prominent European mid-market value investment firm with a robust legacy in the DACH and Nordic regions, is currently seeking an Accounting Intern. Operating with offices in all over Europe and in China our client stands out for its sector specialisation and a diverse team of over 350 professionals.

This is a 12 month internship, Salary between £25k - £30k, Graduate opportunity with an ASAP start date.

People First
Success here is propelled by highly diverse, solutions-oriented teams committed to excellence. We seek individuals who are entrepreneurial, independent thinkers, and embrace change. We value moral courage and trust our colleagues to make informed, calculated decisions, regardless of rank. Our client prioritises physical and mental well-being, providing benefits to support a healthy lifestyle for sustained personal and professional success.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for an ambitious and high-energy individual who thrives in collaborative environments. The ideal candidate values continuous improvement, possesses exceptional interpersonal communication skills, and approaches tasks with methodical precision. Integrity, dedication, and a proactive attitude define this candidate, who embraces the qualities of a dedicated team player.

What’s In It for You?

- Acquire expertise in the Private Equity Sector, contributing to advancing operational excellence.
- Gain first-hand understanding of internal finance operations within a rapidly evolving landscape.
- Engage in real responsibilities, collaborating with professionals across all organizational tiers.
- Cultivate confidence in navigating senior leadership expectations effectively.

The Role

As an Accounting Intern, you will work in our London office for a 12-month period, representing our esteemed client. This dynamic role includes responsibilities such as detailed cost analysis, book keeping, invoice generation, ledger balance checking, and project support on efficiency. Successful candidates may have opportunities to explore other departments within the firm.

Here's what you'll be doing:

- Perform detailed analysis for control of deal costs and recharge to appropriate third parties.
- Raise disbursement invoices.
- Process employee travel and entertainment expenditure reports.
- Assist with ledger balances and other monthly and yearly accounts.
- Support Management Reporting function.
- Contribute to improvement projects.

Here are the skills you'll need:

- Demonstrated background in generating fee and disbursement invoices.
- Proficiency in computer operations, especially Excel and Outlook.
- Mastery of financial reporting tools and general ledger systems.
- Strong comprehension of double-entry principles.
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

In addition to compensation, pension, and healthcare cover, our client offers a wellbeing allowance of £80 per month for exercise membership, equipment, relaxation training, and nutrition consultations. They also provide a holiday allowance of 30 days per calendar year.

Work Permissions

You must have the right to work in the United Kingdom. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.

Joining our esteemed client as an Accounting Intern provides an ideal opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, develop key skills in the finance industry, and explore potential growth within the firm. We are proud to represent such a distinguished company and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you're excited about this role, we encourage you to apply, even if your past experience doesn't perfectly align. We are looking for individuals who will flourish in this environment.

• Rare opportunity
• Good exposure
• Good learning curve

As a AVP/VP, you will be covering front to back Private Banking audits. The Singapore Audit team will cover the Asian regions for audit projects, and you will be part of a collaborative dynamic team culture, you will lead/participate in business audit projects, perform risk assessments to monitor any risk changes for the bank. Ensure quality for audit standards and that the bank is adhering to regulatory requirements and industry practices.

Candidates should come with at least 8-12 years relevant experience within internal audit from a bank or financial services firm, within Private Banking/Wealth Management industry. Strong communication skills and stakeholder management skills a pre-requisite for the role. Please note that about 15-20% travel is required for the role.

Applicants who are keen please send across your updated CV to Rachel.ljy@ethosbc.com or click on the link to apply.

Reg No. R1987809
BeathChapman Pte Ltd
Licence no. 16S8112

• Generate audit samples from the SAP system.
• Review and verify business transaction documents.
• Conduct fixed asset inspections at client locations.
• Follow up on audit findings and ensure resolution.
• Support supervisors in compiling audit reports.
• Help in documenting audit findings and recommendations.
• Perform other duties and administrative tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

• Rare opportunity
• Good exposure
• Good learning curve

As a AVP/VP, you will be covering front to back wealth management audits. The Singapore Audit team will cover the Asian regions for audit projects, and you will be part of a collaborative dynamic team culture, you will lead/participate in business audit projects, perform risk assessments to monitor any risk changes for the bank. Ensure quality for audit standards and that the bank is adhering to regulatory requirements and industry practices.

Candidates should come with at least 6 years relevant experience within internal audit from a bank or financial services firm, within Wealth Management industry. Strong communication skills and stakeholder management skills a pre-requisite for the role. Please note that about 15-20% travel is required for the role.

Applicants who are keen please send across your updated CV to Rachel.ljy@ethosbc.com or click on the link to apply.

Reg No. R1987809
BeathChapman Pte Ltd
Licence no. 16S8112

• Leading banking client
• Well established, reputable client
• Opportunity to learn

Our client is a highly reputable bank, seeking an AVP level to join the Global Markets Internal Audit team. As a AVP, you will be responsible for leading audit projects, executing audit engagements and to ensure your portfolio priorities are up to business standards. Leading the end-to-end audit engagement, you should be strong in risk/controls, making recommendations and ability to work with internal and external stakeholders.

Candidates should come with at least 6-8 years relevant experience within internal audit, covering global markets/treasury/wealth products. Strong communication skills and stakeholder management skills a pre-requisite for the role.

Applicants who are keen please send across your updated CV to Rachel.ljy@ethosbc.com or click on the link to apply.

Reg No. R1987809
BeathChapman Pte Ltd
Licence no. 16S8112

Your Daily Adventure

• Assist with accounting processes and tasks (AR, AP, GL, fixed asset register, balance sheet schedules and account reconciliations).
• Perform bank reconciliations.
• Assist with performing routine month-end closing processes.
• Assist in liaising with external parties like vendors and bankers when required.
• Provide support for annual financial audit activities.
• Assist to compile and analyse information for government surveys.
• Attend to other duties within the accounting team, as required.

Vacancy: Accounting & Corp Sec Intern

Corp Sec and administrative duties:-

• Corporate Secretary Duties (Incorporation and Secretary documents preparation, KYC and customer due diligence check, Secretary documentation filing)

• Perform admin duties (eg. raise invoices and payment) for the Accounts and • Admin services department.

• Payroll calculation and CPF submission

Accounting duties:-

• Assist in the data entry for accounting transactions and bank reconciliations under the supervision of Accounts Seniors from time to time.

• Preparation of GST schedules and submission

• Preparation of unaudited financial statements

Requirements:-

• Aptitude for math, proficiency with computers.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• High level of efficiency, accuracy, and responsibility.

• Willing to learn, hardworking, independent, self-driven and able to work under pressure

• Working hours: Monday to Friday, 9am - 6pm or 10am – 7pm (Flexi-time and work days as per TAFEP’s flexible Work Arrangement)

• Training will be provided

FIND YOUR 'BETTER' AT AIA

We don’t simply believe in being ‘The Best’. We believe in better - because there’s no limit to how far ‘better’ can take us.

We believe in empowering every one of our people to find their 'better' - in the work they do, the career they build, the life they live and the difference they make. So that together we can support even more people - including our own - to live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.

If you believe in better, we’d love to hear from you.

About the Role

WE ARE LOOKING FOR....
University students who are curious about insurance industry, open-minded to accept new challenges, able to learn and adapt quickly in a dynamic environment.

Internship Period: 11 June 2024 to 16 August 2024

The purpose of our 10-weeks programme is to provide students, who are passionate in Insurance industry, the opportunity to understand our business through hands-on work experience, projects and programme activities.

What you will learn and develop:

Depending on the suitable development opportunities in Group Internal Audit:

In the Information Technology Audit / Corporate Audit team, you may be involved in:

• Various stages of audit engagements, where appropriate, including audit planning and fieldwork, progress reporting, tracking of management actions and other administrative tasks.
• Supporting the team in meeting GIA’s Standard Operating Procedures and Quality Assurance Review requirements.

In the Professional and Technical Services team, you may be involved in:

• Administration of audit software and other tools and templates adopted widely in GIA.
• Data generation, analysis, and visualisation.
• Preparation of reporting materials to Board Audit Committee and senior management.

In the Data Analytics team, you may be involved in:

• Supporting execution of analytics within GIA.
• Assisting the development data analytical tools/models to suit the overall internal auditing framework, approach and methodology.

You may also be involved in other areas in Group Internal Audit such as staff engagement event coordination and other ad hoc assignments. The opportunity will equip the candidates with better understanding in the internal audit function of a large world leading insurance organisation.

What you will need:

• Students from all background and field of study who are in your penultimate year of study
• Excellent teammate and curious learner
• Ability to multi-task, quick to adapt and able to work in fast paced work environment
• Strong command of written and spoken English and Chinese
• Strong digital literacy required, proficient in Microsoft Office

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview in March / April 2024

Build a career with us as we help our customers and the community live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.

You must provide all requested information, including Personal Data, to be considered for this career opportunity. Failure to provide such information may influence the processing and outcome of your application. You are responsible for ensuring that the information you submit is accurate and up-to-date.

Blackstone is the world’s largest alternative asset manager. We seek to create positive economic impact and long-term value for our investors, the companies we invest in, and the communities in which we work. We do this by using extraordinary people and flexible capital to help companies solve problems. Our $1 trillion in assets under management include investment vehicles focused on private equity, real estate, public debt and equity, infrastructure, life sciences, growth equity, opportunistic, non-investment grade credit, real assets and secondary funds, all on a global basis. Further information is available at www.blackstone.com. Follow @blackstone on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram.

 

Position Title

Internal Audit Associate

Blackstone Internal Audit (“BXIA”) Overview

BXIA provides independent and objective assurance to the Board of Directors and Executive Management by evaluating that the businesses across the global platform are well governed, operating effectively and meeting risk management objectives. The BXIA team is guided by a philosophy of adding intrinsic value by improving the operations of the Firm and protecting its reputation. The team works collaboratively with Blackstone senior leadership to understand the requisite risks and to evaluate and contribute to effective governance, internal control, and risk management. The BXIA team has a global footprint of exceptionally talented people, with diverse professional backgrounds, and works in a highly collaborative manner.

Responsibilities

The Internal Audit candidate will be involved in all core activities undertaken by BXIA including annual risk assessment, assurance and advisory activities, including audit planning and execution, and contributing to department wide strategic initiatives. BXIA’s remit spans across all areas of the Firm, including the business strategy teams responsible for investment and asset management, and corporate functions such as Human Resources and Compliance. In APAC, BXIA provides coverage of key entities in Hong Kong, Singapore, India, China, Japan, Australia, and South Korea.

Specific responsibilities of the role include:
• Perform risk-based audits across Blackstone’s global platform and gain exposure to the firm’s diverse businesses, products, regions, and enterprise functions
• Perform testing, document test results, identify findings as applicable, and work with internal staff to design corrective actions that mitigate risk, drive efficiency and add value
• Leverage industry experience to provide advisory services during the development of new businesses, design of new processes and implementation of systems
• Develop ongoing working relationships within the firm, communicate ways to improve controls and have a strong understanding of new firm wide initiatives in the pipeline
• Assist in the annual risk assessment process and contribute to the formation of the annual audit plan through direct input, insight and perspective around current business, industry and regulatory risk factors
• Aid in the development and management of the international internal audit risk assessment framework, including the ongoing management of risk registers and control libraries
• Participate in firm and industry events that will enhance your skills and expand your knowledge of the alternative asset management industry

Qualifications
BXIA seeks to attract and develop best-in-class talent from diverse professional backgrounds including finance, technology, risk management, operations, and compliance. Successful professionals should demonstrate a strong understanding of the asset management business and a history of cultivating strong working relationships with business partners through the delivery of impactful services focused on strengthening the risk and control environment. The small size of this group offers an opportunity to gain significant exposure across the Blackstone platform.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate adaptability, intellectual curiosity, strong judgment, and superior problem-solving skills to successfully navigate the complexities associated with evaluating risk across various business units and enterprise-wide functions. In addition, the successful candidate should have:
• Minimum 5 years of auditing experience in the financial services industry
• Undergraduate or graduate degree in accounting, finance, economics, computer science or business-related field
• Personal and professional integrity of the highest order
• Aptitude towards investment and risk management, scenario analysis and problem solving
• Strong project management, organizational and presentation skills
• Excellent communication (verbal, written & listening) and interpersonal skills
• Ability to think critically and strategically to develop innovative recommendations to mitigate risks and add value to the organization
• Proficient understanding of current regulatory and industry events
• Experience with internal audit risk assessments, SOX/Internal controls and/or ERP security and control review
• Ability to adapt to new challenges in a dynamic and environment while handling multiple projects
• Ability to work well within a team-oriented environment and individually
• Ability to partner across teams, summarize issues, develop recommendations, and make decisions
• Ability to be proactive and take initiative
• An energetic and enthusiastic approach to the role
• Experience with Governance, Risk & Compliance technology tools (ex. Audit Board) & Tableau
• Strong experience in the use of analytical tools (e.g. Alteryx) and positive attitude towards the use of technology
• Alternative investments experience strongly preferred
• MBA, CA, CIA, CFA or CISA credentials strongly preferred

The duties and responsibilities described here are not exhaustive and additional assignments, duties, or responsibilities may be required of this position.  Assignments, duties, and responsibilities may be changed at any time, with or without notice, by Blackstone in its sole discretion.

Blackstone is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic predisposition, veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, a sex offense or stalking, or any other class or status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.  All Blackstone employees, including but not limited to recruiting personnel and hiring managers, are required to abide by this policy.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete your application, please contact Human Resources at 212-583-5000 (US), +44 (0)20 7451 4000 (EMEA) or +852 3656 8600 (APAC).

Depending on the position, you may be required to obtain certain securities licenses if you are in a client facing role and/or if you are engaged in the following:

• Attending client meetings where you are discussing Blackstone products and/or and client questions;

• Marketing Blackstone funds to new or existing clients;

• Supervising or training securities licensed employees;

• Structuring or creating Blackstone funds/products; and

• Advising on marketing plans prepared by a sales team or developing and/or contributing information for marketing materials.

  

Note: The above list is not the exhaustive list of activities requiring securities licenses and there may be roles that require review on a case-by-case basis.  Please speak with your Blackstone Recruiting contact with any questions.

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Job Responsibilities

You will assist the Finance Team in:

• Preparing management reporting entails and the variance analysis of the bank's profits and losses.
• Projects that the bank is embarking on.
• Preparing presentation slides that cover bank's performance for Total Income (interest & fees), Total Opex, Line Item Accounting, Profits before Tax.
• Daily profits and losses processes and reconciliations.

Skills Required

• Proactive, meticulous, and attentive to details.
• Ability to work independently.
• Good attitude with strong organisational and time management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and facilitation skills.
• Interest in learning about Financial Markets.

Job Responsibilities

You will assist the Finance Team in:

• Preparing the liquidity compliance ratios/limits and MAS reports in accordance with risk limits and local regulatory guidelines.
• Performing some reconciliation tasks to help manage the bank's liquidity risk.
• Preparing an overview of the month-end processes.
• User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for new products, check the accounting entries are generated in accordance with accounting rules and compliant with accounting standards, ensuring the balance sheet and profit/loss accounts and sub-ledger of transactional details are updated accordingly.

Skills Required

• Proactive, meticulous, and attentive to details.
• Ability to work independently.
• Good attitude with strong organisational and time management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and facilitation skills.
• Interest in learning about Financial Markets.

[What the role is]
About EDB
The Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB), a government agency under the Ministry of Trade and Industry, is responsible for strategies that enhance Singapore’s position as a global centre for business, innovation, and talent. We undertake investment promotion and industry development, and work with international businesses, both foreign and local, by providing information, connection to partners and access to government incentives for their investments. Our mission is to create sustainable economic growth, with vibrant business and good job opportunities for Singapore.
For more information on EDB, please visit www.edb.gov.sg

About Corporate Audit
The mission of Corporate Audit is to be a beacon of good governance, instilling confidence through professional assurance and advisory services. Corporate Audit provides independent, objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value and improve EDB's operations. We assist EDB management and the Audit Committee in identifying, avoiding, and mitigating risks by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluating and improving the effectiveness of risk management, internal controls and governance processes.

[What you will be working on]

As our intern, you will be required to/your deliverables are:

• Deploy data analytics as part of the risk assessment analysis performed during the audit planning and scoping stage.

• Perform data analytics with the use of suitable tools, to assess the adequacy and effectiveness of key controls during audit fieldwork. Deploy data visualisation tools to present analysis derived from data analytics performed during audit fieldwork stage. 

• Execute audit programs to appraise effectiveness of internal controls in managing risks.

• Assist in the preparation of audit reports to present the analysis of audit issues to line management. Work closely with line management to develop action plans to remediate audit issues.

• Support Corporate Audit’s continuous improvement initiatives to enhance data analytical capabilities.

• Assist in consultancy engagements to promote good internal control practices, corporate governance and risk management.

• Enhance the organisation’s corporate governance through value-added audit activities. Take on an advisory role by partnering colleagues from other business units to add value and improve the organisation’s governance, risk management and control processes.

Learning Outcomes and Other Experiences

During your internship, you can expect to gain the following skills and experiences:

• Exposure to how EDB creates a positive impact for Singapore and Singaporeans, through undertaking investment promotion and industry development, and working with international businesses, both foreign and local.

• Hands-on experience in internal audit processes, risk assessment, and control evaluation within a dynamic organization.

• Opportunity to apply and enhance internal audit skillsets, including data analytics, risk assessment, report writing etc.

• Development of critical soft skills including effective communications skills, stakeholder management and project management.

[What we are looking for]

• Penultimate year undergraduates/ students currently pursuing a degree/ diploma in Business / Finance/ Accounting or a related field.

• Proficiency in data analytics tools (e.g., Tableau/Power BI/ACL/Python) will be an advantage.

• Keen attention to details and willingness to learn and hone internal audit and risk controls skillsets.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and enjoys interaction with multiple stakeholders.

It starts with YES!

At Optus, we have an ambitious goal to be Australia’s most loved everyday brand.

Your day in the life of a Internal Auditor at Optus

This is a role within the Sydney-based Internal Audit (“IA”) group, which is focused on Risk based technology audits and reviews at Singtel’s Australian operations, comprising Optus, NCS, its subsidiaries, associates and other Singtel Group entities.

The ‘Internal Audit Manager – RA’ role is responsible for completing audits of processes, systems, projects relevant to the various revenue streams to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls. The Audit Manager supports the planning, execution, and reporting of audits, including liaison with senior management of Optus and Singtel on audit results.

IA’s primary goal is providing assurance to management on the operation of controls and the business’ management of risk by completing audits and reviews using a risk-based methodology. The areas to be audited are determined by the preparation of an Audit Plan and from ad hoc requests from the Singtel Audit Committee, Optus Advisory Committee or Senior Management in Optus and Singtel.

Your skills to pay the bills
• Degree qualified in Business, Finance, IT or Accounting;
• Experience with Telco network infrastructure and supporting systems and demonstrative understanding of expected risks and controls (ideal);
• Proven audit experience, preferably in Big 4 accounting firms or Internal Audit department of a large corporate or MNC;
• Experience in digital/ tech industry is a plus;
• Experience of process analysis and control assessment to identify weaknesses and improvement areas including an understanding of system infrastructure and information/data flows;
• Risk awareness, with understanding of business processes and controls;
• Understanding of data analytics concepts. Experience performing data analysis a plus; &
• Experience in using Audit Management System and familiarity with Continuous Auditing and Agile methodology a plus.

Perks we love at Optus
• Competitive salary and performance incentives
• Discounts to Optus products and services, and to over 400 retailers Australia-wide
• Training, mentoring and development opportunities (ask us about OptusU!)
• Up to five days of Volunteer Leave per year
• A “connected” day for you to use to connect to something you are passionate about
• Hybrid ways of working
• Vibrant campus life, variety of facilities including restaurants, cafes, gymnasium, GP, and post office
• Sydney Campus; 20mins from CBD, 12mins from Epping via Optus bus

Keen to see what it’s really like to work at Optus? Search #OptusLife on LinkedIn to go behind the scenes!

At Optus, we are strengthened by others and that means valuing diversity and saying ‘yes’ to embracing individual differences. We are committed to ensuring that our application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals from diverse gender, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, individuals with a disability, individuals identifying as being part of the LGBTQIA+ community, individuals who may have served in the armed forces or who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.

For more information on Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging at Optus, please visit https://www.optus.com.au/about/inclusion-diversity.