Total 259 Internship level Accounting / Auditing job vacancies

about the company
Our Client is a renowned European bank with global footprints.

about the job

• Follow control guidelines and methodologies provided by the Group/ Head Office
• Perform surveillance controls and ensure they adhere to internal guidelines
• Perform sample testing and data analysis
• Assess the quality of the internal processes and procedures
• Investigate root cause of deviation and propose remediation actions

skills and experience required

• >2 years of experience in risk and control, audit
• Good understanding of wealth management procedures and policies
• Team player
• Good interpersonal skills
• Good analytical & communication skills

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Charlene Lin (EA: 94C3609/R21100955)

1. Role Description
As an Accounting Intern, you'll be at the forefront of our financial operations, reporting to the Finance (SEA) lead and working closely with our Southeast Asia Finance team across multiple dynamic markets.

2. Specific Responsibilities

1. Hands-On Experience: Dive into the centre of our operations in Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, and Vietnam, gaining invaluable hands-on experience and making a real impact from day one.
2. Financial Standards: Stay connected with a range of Financial Reporting Standards (FRS) across Southeast Asia, expanding your financial expertise and staying ahead of the curve.
3. Transfer Pricing: Experience the procedure of setting fair prices between related parties using the arm's length principle through hands-on transfer pricing documentation.
4. Financial Management: Assist in executing month-end and year-end closings, while also contributing to the preparation of monthly and yearly financial statements.
5. Innovation Driver: Engage in driving automation and digitalization initiatives, including ERP system implementation, to enhance financial insights and streamline reporting processes.
6. Decision-Making Support: Assist in preparing key decision-making tools for management, utilizing your analytical skills to drive strategic business decisions.
7. Other Ad Hoc tasks

3. Competencies

1. Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with stakeholders to understand finance processes and contribute to drafting policy documents, actively shaping our financial future.
2. Innovation Champion: Take an active role in automation initiatives, working with internal and external stakeholders to drive process improvement and innovation.
3. Reporting Excellence: Prepare management reporting tools with precision and flair, ensuring accuracy and submission readiness.
4. Closing Expertise: Support all accounting activities for our Southeast Asia finance team, ensuring timely and accurate month-end closings.

4. Duration of Internship Offered

Must be able to commit at least 3 months full time, preferably from August 2024 onwards

Job Duties:

• Responsible for building the internal control system from scratch for the company's investment company and overseas branches (Southeast Asia and North America), designing processes and authorization protocols in line with business needs and development status, and promoting the implementation of supporting productization (ERP, OA, CRM) to ensure that under the condition of fully controlling risks, the internal approval, authorization, and risk management processes are simple and efficient.
• Conduct business risk assessments for different business sectors and functional departments of the investment company and overseas branches; and improve the authorization management, reward and punishment measures, and mornitoring functions for each position in conjunction with the rights and responsibilities of position, to ensure that all roles and responsibilities are in place to fully undertake the risk control activities required by the company.
• Work closely with overseas HR/finance and business parties to respond to risk management consultations and business risk assessments, ensuring that risk control concepts and measures can be efficiently and correctly integrated into the business process and systems, and assist the business in continuously focusing on risk control, proposing dynamic improvement suggestions to fit the development of the investment company and overseas business.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business, Finance or relevant qualifications.
• Possess at least 5 to 8 years of relevant audit working experience
• Having relevant certifications such as CIA, CISA, CA and experience using data analytics tools and audit management applications would be preferably considered.
• Essential for candidates to possess strong technical, analytical, verbal communication, report writing and project management skills.
• Good understanding of SEA internal controls, corporate governance, regulatory compliance and knowledge of internal auditing techniques and standards, business sense and acumen.
• High emotional quotient, meticulous, analytical process-driven, self-starter and good collaboration and teamwork.

What We Do
As the third line of defense, Internal Audit’s mission is to independently assess the firm’s internal control structure, including the firm’s governance processes and controls, and risk management and capital and anti-financial crime frameworks, raise awareness of control risk and monitor the implementation of management’s control measures. In doing so, internal Audit:

• Communicates and reports on the effectiveness of the firm’s governance, risk management and controls that mitigate current and evolving risk
• Raise awareness of control risk
• Assesses the firm’s control culture and conduct risks; and
• Monitors management’s implementation of control measures

Goldman Sachs Internal Audit is organized into global teams comprising business and technology auditors to cover all the firm’s businesses and functions, including global markets, investment banking, consumer and investment management, risk management, finance, cyber-security and technology risk, and core engineering.

Who We Look For
Goldman Sachs Internal Auditors demonstrate strong risk and control mindsets, analytical, exercise professional skepticism and are able to challenge and discuss effectively with management on risks and control measures. We look for individuals who enjoy learning about audit, businesses and functions, have innovative and creative mindsets to adopt analytical techniques to enhance audit techniques, building relationships and are able to evolve and thrive in teamwork and in a fast-paced global environment.

Core Engineering / Tech Risk and Cybersecurity Audit

IA Core Engineering and Cybersecurity Team performs the review of technology risks and controls within a challenging, dynamic, and complex technology environment in GS.

The role involves:

1. Understanding the technology and cybersecurity related regulatory requirements in APAC and articulating their impact to the Internal Audit function. Additionally, provide key insights to the wider audit team on the application of these requirements.

2. Identifying the regulatory requirements in the APAC applicable to GS’ technology and infrastructure landscape in the region and formulating an audit plan / strategy to address these requirements in compliance with the regulatory expectations.

3. Identifying risks and new / updated regulatory requirements in the APAC region which can help in the future audit plan and strategy formulations.

4. Bridging the gap between the local and global audit teams to ensure global audits are sufficiently leveraged to address region specific requirements, wherever applicable.

5. Providing timely updates to the global counterparts on developments in the APAC region, including key technology developments and changes, new regulations / standards / guidelines, regulatory inspections, security incidents causing business disruption, key organizational changes etc.

A strong background in technology or engineering and a proven technology audit background are necessary.

Your Impact

As part of the third line of defense, you will be involved in independently assessing the firm’s overall control environment, effectiveness of the firm’s controls that mitigate current and emerging risks, monitoring the management’s implementation of control measures and communicating the results to the firm’s local and global management. In doing so, you are supporting the provision of independent, objective and timely assurance around the firm’s internal control structure, and supporting the Audit Committee, the Board of Directors and Risk Committee in fulfilling their oversight responsibilities.

Responsibilities

You will play a vital role in the scoping and planning of the audits, deploy audit and analytical procedures and techniques to assess the design and operating effectiveness of the controls to mitigate the risks, and discuss the results with the firm’s local and global management. In addition, you will also monitor and follow-up with management on the resolution of the open audit findings.

Basic Requirements

· Minimum 3 years of experience as a technology auditor, leading audits / compliance assessments covering IT general controls, cybersecurity controls, MAS requirements

· Basic understanding of technology audit methodologies

· Understanding of different components within the technology stack, e.g. Operating systems, networks or cloud computing

· Strong written and verbal communication skills

· Self-driven and proactive in taking full ownership and accountability of the assigned tasks and tracking them to completion within the stipulated timelines and as per the firm’s quality standards

Preferred Qualifications

Technology audit skills, including understanding of (but not limited to):

· Relevant degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Engineering or equivalent

· Relevant technology standards and regulations – ISO 27001, NIST Framework, MAS notices, standards and guidelines etc.

· Relevant certification or industry accreditation (e.g., CISA, CISM, CISSP and/or Cloud Certifications)

• 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.

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About Us

INDICO is a digital technology subsidiary company of Telkomsel, Indonesia's leading digital telecom company. INDICO plays a strategic role as a holding company that houses current and prospective vertical digital business portfolios, including Kuncie (edu-tech), Fita (health-tech), and Majamojo (game). Moving forward, INDICO aims to explore opportunities in multiple verticals adjacent to Telkomsel’s digital businesses. As a digital platform company, INDICO aims to leverage Telkomsel’s digital assets and capabilities to create a flywheel effect of innovations to develop cross-sectoral digital solutions that will empower Indonesia’s digital economy.

INDICO believe we can reach beyond to empower Indonesians and enable businesses through our strong core values of EPIC WAY (Excellence, Positivity, Impactful Collaboration, Customer First, Walk the Talk, Accountability, Yes-if Mindset)

At INDICO, we are looking for an enthusiastic Accounting Intern to join our team. This internship will provide you with valuable hands-on experience in various accounting activities and help develop your skills in financial analysis, record-keeping, and financial reporting. As an Accounting Intern, you will work closely with our accounting team, assisting in day-to-day accounting tasks, and supporting financial activities.

What you will do but not limited to:

• Perform data entry and maintain accounting records and files.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements, budgets, and reports.
• Assist in reconciling accounts and resolving discrepancies.
• Help with accounts payable and receivable activities.
• Support the preparation of tax documents and filings.
• Assist in conducting financial analysis and research.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives within the accounting department.
• Assist with ad-hoc accounting projects as needed.

• Diploma and/or Bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. Fresh graduate are welcome to Apply.
• Has experience in using SAP will be a plus point
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and concepts.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and other accounting software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Eager to learn and grow in the field of accounting.

Key Responsibilities:

As an IT Audit Specialist, you will be entrusted with the following responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive IT audits, meticulously assessing IT risks and controls pertaining to the Company's IT systems.
• Evaluate the design and operational effectiveness of internal controls, ensuring strict compliance with regulatory requirements from governing authorities, adherence to company security policies, and internal control procedures.
• Perform reviews across various domains, including:

1. Technical reviews encompassing operating systems, databases, and applications.
2. Assessment of IT General Controls.
3. Cybersecurity evaluations.
4. Security reviews related to Network, Connectivity, and Vulnerabilities.
5. Conduct Data Centre Reviews.
6. Examine Business Process and Application Controls.

• Prepare and present detailed audit findings, compiling results for review by the immediate supervisor, and actively participate in the feedback process. Follow up on agreed-upon actions from previous audits.
• Be prepared for regional travel as deemed necessary.

Requirements:

To excel in this role, you should possess the following qualifications and attributes:

• Diploma, Degree, or Professional qualification in Computer Science, specializing in Information Systems Management or IT Security, or an equivalent field, coupled with at least 1 year of relevant work experience.
• Candidates currently pursuing relevant professional qualifications and fresh graduates with a keen interest in IT audit will be considered.
• Specialized audit expertise in specific IT areas, such as networks (firewalls, routers, switches, and infrastructure), operating systems (Windows, UNIX), databases (MS-SQL, Oracle), mainframe (AS/400), and client-server technology would be advantageous.
• Strong team player exhibiting excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Independent worker with a robust analytical ability, demonstrating a high level of integrity, drive, and a sense of urgency.
• Proficiency in working with PC-based applications software.

Interested candidate who wish to apply for the advertised position, please click on “Apply Now”. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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Support team on accounting processes such as: 

• File documents (contracts, invoices…) once the process is done.
• Other ad-hoc reports required by the supervisor;
• Additional information will be exchanged in the interview.

Lead, Internal Audit

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Head of Internal Audit, the Lead, Internal Audit will play a critical role in guiding and executing the internal audit strategy of FairPrice Group. The incumbent will manage risk-based audit plans, lead audit engagements, and ensure robust internal controls and effective risk management practices. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Formulate and execute a risk-based internal audit plan that aligns with organizational objectives.
• Lead audit engagements, providing assurance to the Audit & Risk Committee on the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls and risk management practices.
• Drive transformation and enhance the value of the internal audit function through strategic implementation, leveraging digital and technology audit capabilities to optimize efficiency and effectiveness.
• Undertake ad-hoc investigations or assurance reviews as required.

Requirements

Requirements:

• Possess a degree in any discipline, complemented by at least 10 years of relevant experience, including a minimum of 4 years in a managerial role.
• Professional certification (CA, CIA, CISA) is preferred, with special consideration given to candidates with expertise in digital platform audits.
• Proficient in data-driven and continuous assurance audit approaches.
• Comprehensive understanding of business risks and controls; able to identify key risks and propose business-focused solutions to enhance risk management and compliance.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and analytical skills, capable of engaging with stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrates a positive attitude, a commitment to continuous learning, and the ability to work effectively within a team.

• Assist in Journal Entry
• Organize a financial filing system
• Data Entry
• Assist in Preparing report.
• Track all payments.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the audit team in procedures required for the audit assignment (i.e vouching of supporting documents, audit administration matters, etc.)

Key takeaways from the internship:

• Acquire a solid basic understanding of the audit process
• Gain relevant audit experience in the construction, services and trading industries
• Pair up as an understudy with supportive mentors to build a strong portfolio for your future accounting & audit opportunities

Good to have:

• A-level/diploma/university qualification (preferably accountancy-related but willingness to learn is most important)
• Fresh graduates, students in their final year of studies, or looking for a fulfilling internship experience are welcome to apply
• Prior accounting & audit experience is a plus
• Can commit to a 2 - 6 months internship period with the opportunity to convert to a full-time role in the future
• Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word
• Eagerness to learn new audit concepts
• Good communicator and team player
• Responsible and accountable

- Extract database from system to run query or visualize data in tools for relevant report

- Support team for checking the figure between actual and relevant Dashboard report

- Learning how to work as a part of Finance Department to compile & analyze data, track information and support the company or clients and how to use the SAP system related to this position

- Taking on additional tasks to learn more about knowledge of billing operations, support to review and update process in Proview, support to do admin task for billing project.

- Decision and responsibility within the respective scope of responsibility

- Work well in team to support admin tasks: process, project, report, …

Company overview

Nomura is an Asia-based financial services group with an integrated global network spanning over 30 countries. By connecting markets East & West, Nomura services the needs of individuals, institutions, corporates and governments through its three business divisions: Retail, Asset Management, and Wholesale (Global Markets and Investment Banking). Founded in 1925, the firm is built on a tradition of disciplined entrepreneurship, serving clients with creative solutions and considered thought leadership. For further information about Nomura, visit www.nomura.com

Department Overview
The Internal Audit department is a key part of the Nomura’s corporate governance structure – the “third line of defence” – and the department’s overarching objective is to provide independent assurance to senior management and the relevant audit committees as to the robustness of the company's control environment, and to identify and report any weaknesses. The Asia ex-Japan (AEJ) Internal Audit team comprises 30 permanent headcount of which six are located in Hong Kong, 22 in Singapore, one in Korea and one in Powai, covering all Nomura’s businesses in the region.

Role Overview
Reporting to the AEJ Regional Portfolio Director for Chief Information Office (CIO) Internal Audit, this role is responsible for leading and participating in risk-based regional and global audits of the CIO division. The experience auditor will cover business elements of CIO including Investment Banking Operations (Shared Services, Client Services Group), and other corporate functions such as Data Management, Vendor Management, Human Resource and Corporate Communications.
This role involves other Internal Audit activities including risk assessment, issue remediation validation, continuous monitoring and auditing and contributing towards strategic and innovative changes to improve audit effectiveness. The candidate will work closely with multiple members of the Internal Audit team in the region, and other regions.
The primary focus of the role is Investment Banking Operations, although the role also offers the possibility to cover other businesses.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision of a Regional Portfolio Director, take lead in planning and executing audits, including taking responsibility for specific aspects of the audit work, and working closely with specialist auditors in Technology, Risk and Compliance where necessary.
• Perform risk assessments of Nomura’s Operations and corporate functions business and assist in developing the annual audit plan.
• Remain current on any changes to Nomura’s risk profile through continuous monitoring on the assigned area of responsibility and establishing close contact with key risk stakeholders.
• Perform and document aspects of Internal Audit’s quarterly continuous monitoring programme, to identify changes to risk assessments, audit plan or audit universe.
• Work with data analytics experts and/or develop and execute data analytics and automated testing to identify internal control weaknesses during internal audit reviews and continuous auditing.
• Identify emerging risks and control gaps, draft and promptly report audit findings to line management, and suggest practical and innovative solutions.
• Follow up audit recommendations post-audit, assess residual risk, validate remedial work performed and close issues.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends, best practices, and regulatory changes in the financial services industry, and assess their impact on the organisation’s risk profile and internal audit function.
• Identify emerging Investment Banking Operations risks and control themes to be included in Management and Audit Committee presentations.
• Learn, understand and apply the department’s audit methodology.
• Effectively collaborate with Global and Regional Portfolio Directors across all regions.
• Work closely with Internal Audit teams in other locations.

Requirements

• At least 10 years of audit experience in a major financial institution, Big 4 firm or consulting firm.
• At least 5 years of internal audit experience in the financial services sector, preferably within investment banking.
• Strong audit skills and good knowledge or relevant audit background in Investment Banking business and products.
• Strong project management and relationship building
• Ability to work independently and pro-actively, multi-task, and demonstrate a strong sense of ownership and commitment to delivery.
• Strong oral and written communication skills in English, and have the confidence to deliver tough messages and have difficult conversations.
• Hands-on experience working with data would be an advantage. Data analytics skill and experience in data analytical and mining tools and languages (such as SQL Server, Graph, Python, R) and visualisation technologies (such as Qlikview/Qlik Sene or Tableau) is preferred.
• Accounting or quantitative background, a relevant professional qualification and experience within the internal audit function of a global investment bank and/or large accounting firm.
• International experience is strongly preferred.

Diversity Statement

Nomura is committed to an employment policy of equal opportunities, and is fundamentally opposed to any less favourable treatment accorded to existing or potential members of staff on the grounds of race, creed, colour, nationality, disability, marital status, pregnancy, gender or sexual orientation.

DISCLAIMER: This Job Description is for reference only, and whilst this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, it is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. The management reserves the right to revise the job and may, at his or her discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

SFID: 4848

Conduct operational and financial audit review in the business units within the Group.
Conduct review for compliance with policies, procedures and accounting standards. Ensure that the companies comply with Group policies and procedures.
Perform data analytics and utilize it as part of the audit activities and monitoring.
Perform process risk analysis, walkthroughs and mapping/ flowcharting of key processes.
Identify areas of weaknesses or improvement opportunities, relevant risks and implications, and propose recommendations to improve controls.
Prepare formal written reports on audit findings and recommendations.
Design test procedures. Ensure proper documentation and communication of audit observations and work performed.
Execute and complete all audits in accordance with department's standards and KPls
Ascertain that major issues, concerns and / or recommendations raised by stakeholders are resolved satisfactorily
Assist in annual risk management, audit planning, consolidation of audit findings, and other administrative matters within the IA department
Performs special reviews as requested by senior management and Board of Directors
Support the Internal Auditor Team in preparing presentations, updates for Senior Management and other related research.
Maintain, resolve request/inquiry and ensure stability of the IA Applications and Systems.
Develop methodologies and tools for Global Audit to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
Any other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION ​Degree or professional certification (eg. CA, CPA, ACCA) - in accountancy, finance or law.
Candidate with certification such as CFE, CISA, CIA would be advantageous.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum 4-5 years of working experience in internal/ external audit. Experience in process improvement and/or risk management will be a bonus.
Strong in MS Office suite (EXCEL skills a must). The ability to leverage Data Analytics [e.g., independently create, analyze and perform repetitive analytics (pivot tables, analytical queries/routines, and dashboards e.g., Power BI)].
Experience in ERP systems (e.g., SAP) is a must. Able to collect, collate information from various system and application.
Extensive working knowledge and experience of auditing and possesses a growth mindset and curiosity to learn. The preferred candidate should also be able to constructively challenge the auditees with his/her knowledge of audit processes, business context, and strong communication skills at all levels in the organization.
Ability to navigate through ambiguity and to take charge, confidence to interact with all management levels, set objectives and drive results, and accept ownership and accountability of the audit.
Strong written and spoken communication skills, proficient in presentation.
Knowledge of current best practices, governance, risk management and compliance.
Experience in the risk management and control in a commodity trading environment will be a bonus.

PERSONALITY TRAITS

High level of integrity.
Resourceful, meticulous, team player and fast learner.
Possess inquisitive mind, strong analytical skills and the ability to think logically.
Independent, proactive and highly committed with sense of ownership
Flexible with changes and maintain composure under pressure.
Hard-working, self-starter with positive attitude.
Demonstrated efforts to take initiative and drive for results.
Willingness to travel for about 50%.