You will be part of the Centralised Internal Audit Unit that enhances corporate governance by carrying out audit engagements and advisory work of the Ministry and some of our Statutory Boards (namely NParks, Building and Construction Authority, Council of Estate Agents, Professional Engineers Board, Board of Architects). As part of your career development, you will be given an opportunity to either work in MND IA unit or be posted to NParks and BCA IA units.
Your first posting will be in MND and you will perform IA services for MND, Council of Estate Agents, Professional Engineers Board, and Board of Architects. Apart from planning and performing financial, compliance, operational (e.g. licensing of individual professionals and corporations, inspection and complaint management) and value-for-money audits, you will be given opportunity to advise and recommend effective internal controls and best practices while reviewing processes holistically.
Assistant Director / Manager (Internal Audit) (First Posting in MND IA)
Ministry of National Development
Permanent/Contract
Closing on 18 Dec 2024
What the role is
What you will be working on
• Assist in the development of the internal audit plans for MND and some of our Statutory Boards
• Carry out audit assignments, follow-up reviews and ad-hoc projects or special reviews
• Explore the use of IT tools to improve effectiveness of audit processes
• Provide advice on control and governance practices
• Procure, monitor and manage outsourced internal audit services
• Plan and execute ad-hoc projects to raise awareness and promote good corporate governance within MND family
• Provide secretariat support to various committees
What we are looking for
• At least 2-5 years of relevant working experience in Finance, Accounting and Auditing. Professional experience internal or external auditing preferred
• Meticulous, effective problem solving with critical thinking skills and a balanced sense of perspective
• Proactive and self-motivated with good report writing, communication and interpersonal skills
• Work independently as well as with teams
• Willing to gain deep and wide IA exposure through secondment in MND and some of our Statutory Board IA unit
• Display strong multi-tasking skills to meet tight deadlines
• Possess a relevant field of study in Accountancy, Business, Finance or related discipline
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and data analytics/ visualisation tools
About Ministry of National Development
The Ministry of National Development (MND), the lead government agency responsible for land use planning and infrastructure development, aims to transform Singapore into an endearing home and a distinctive global city. At MND, we aspire to create a quality, vibrant and sustainable living environment for our people. We also strive to shape Singapore into a world-class city of knowledge, culture and excellence – one which keeps pace with global challenges and the rising aspirations of Singaporeans.
Our Vision:
An Endearing Home, A Distinctive Global City
Our Mission:
Develop world-class infrastructure
Create a vibrant and sustainable living environment
Build rooted and cohesive communities