Head of Internal Audit at a Well-known Financial Services Company in Yangon

Head of Internal Audit at a Well-known Financial Services Company in Yangon

• Responsible for leading the Internal Audit function, ensuring robust governance, risk management, and internal control systems across the organization
• Up to 7,000,000 MMK plus other allowances

The Role

An exciting opportunity for an experienced and highly analytical audit professional to lead the Internal Audit function. This role is ideal for a candidate who can provide independent assurance, strengthen internal controls, and support the Audit & Risk Committee in safeguarding the organization’s integrity and operational effectiveness

About the Company

Our client is a well-known Financial Services company that provides innovative financial solutions to customers while supporting sustainable economic growth in Myanmar

Description

• Ensure the approved Internal Audit Charter is followed and assist the Audit & Risk Committee in executing its responsibilities
• Develop and present the annual audit plan for approval by the Audit & Risk Committee
• Plan and execute audit missions in line with the annual audit plan, including reviewing operations, observing activities, and conducting interviews with auditees
•  Identify risks, gaps, and areas of concern in internal controls and operational procedures
•  Prepare timely audit reports summarizing key findings and recommendations and discuss with auditees to obtain action plans with clear timelines
• Conduct follow-up audits to ensure agreed action plans are effectively implemented within defined timeframes
• Assess and test internal controls and present findings to senior management and relevant committees for continuous improvement
•  Advise management on governance, risk management, internal controls, and process improvements
•  Investigate fraud cases when required, in collaboration with Risk and Compliance functions
• Travel within Myanmar to conduct audits across branches, partners, banks, subsidiaries, and MFS point-of-sale locations
•  Execute audit work in accordance with internal audit best practices, group guidelines, and relevant regulatory requirements (e.g., Central Bank regulations)

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
•   Professional certifications such as CPA, CA, CIA, CFA, or equivalent are highly preferred
• 10+ years of progressively responsible experience in internal and/or external audit
•  Minimum 5 years of experience within the banking or financial services industry
• Strong knowledge of IT audit is an advantage
•  Strong report writing and documentation skills
•  Ability to understand and interpret policies, procedures, laws, and regulatory requirements
•  Strong command of English (both written and spoken) with excellent communication and presentation skills
•  Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team

Benefits

Annual Performance Bonus + Other Attractive Allowances 

Career Growth Opportunities

An appealing career growth opportunity that the candidate could get through this company