Senior Manager, Group Corporate Assurance

JOB TITLE: SENIOR MANAGER/MANAGER, GROUP CORPORATE ASSURANCE

JOB PURPOSE

• To support the Head, GCA – Greater China (“Regional Head”) by overseeing the corporate assurance function covering assigned Divisions, GHO Functions and Cross-GCA Regions collaboration (“The Assigned Area”), including coordination of a centralized scope and risk assessment for the respective units within the Divisions or Business. This is to ensure appropriate and consistent focus on material risk areas in the review.
• Proactively lead and provide strategic guidance to the GCA team(s) for The Assigned Area relating to business process and internal control framework improvements, with the objective to enhance operational efficiency and value-add to The Assigned Area.
• Undertake strategic planning and implementation of GCA team(s) development requirements (e.g. review practices and employee development) agreed by Regional Head. Effective management of administrative functions for efficient operation of the GCA work for the Region.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee the development and implementation of the annual CA plan and budgets of the GCA team(s) for The Assigned Area, based on a set of formulated review strategies in view of the business risks of the Divisions.
• Manage the implementation of The Assigned Area’s annual CA plan and ensure the achievement of Key Performance Indicators (“KPI”) set or agreed upon by the Regional Head.
• Develop and coordinate strategies and work plans and oversee their implementation for an effective GCA contribution to the continuous improvement of The Assigned Area’s control environment. Apply the principle of business strategy in the development and implementation of audit review strategies.
• Formulate review objectives, strategies and manage the execution of special/advisory, investigative/confidential reviews.
• Maintaining and upholding Sime Darby's core values, especially the integrity and objectiveness of the team members in carrying our GCA duties. Ensuring high-quality standards, consistency and effectiveness in reporting of audit findings/issues and recommendations, contributing to operational improvement, cost savings, strengthening governance controls, etc. Proper profiling, follow-up, and closure of issues.
• Undertake all necessary ad-hoc and periodical reporting of The Assigned Area’s GCA work including achievement of the annual CA Plan, key audit findings and recommendations requiring further profiling to Regional Head, Group Chief Assurance Officer (“GCAO”) and relevant Divisional Management.
• Assist the Regional Head in managing human capital and resource requirements assigned to the GCA team including, among others, performance evaluation, developmental needs and succession planning to ensure continuity, consistency and enhancement of the teams' functions and performance. In addition, it includes working together/collaboration with peers within wider GCA to realize human capital development plans or other departmental enhancement programs set by or agreed with Regional Head.
• Maintain good, effective liaison with audit clients and key stakeholders (especially senior level management of the Divisions/Group) to clarify business and operational issues, provide consultancy and value-added recommendations for improvement.
• Maintain good, effective relationships and liaisons with audit clients, external auditors, and other relevant stakeholders to obtain input on the latest developments, key concerns, material risks, etc., in The Assigned Area. Leverage each other for an effective and efficient review.
• Undertake continuous professional development to contribute towards the enhancement of GCA methodologies and global best practices. This includes observing good practices and accepted/applicable auditing standards.
• Enhance the practices of GCA teams for the assigned Divisions or Businesses to achieve operational efficiency and effectiveness of the team's functions, through continuous improvements aligned to Divisions/Group strategy and directives.
• Implementation of team or GCA-wide initiatives or exercises set or agreed by GCAO and Regional Head, in addition to performance of other work assignments requested by Regional Head.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Relevant tertiary education (minimum bachelor’s degree) in any discipline preferably in the related field.
• Professional qualification in related field (e.g. CIA, CISA, CFE).
• Excellent command of written and spoken English, Mandarin and Cantonese.
• Minimum 12 to 15 years related experience, to sufficiently support the job purpose and content of this role, including effective communication and negotiation skills that yield results.
• In management and senior management role of at least 6 to 10 years in addition to a substantive portfolio of lead positions. Proven track record of assessing and enhancing internal controls, risk management processes, and corporate governance.
• Prior experience in Motors and Machinery Distribution and Dealership is a plus.
• Added advantage if with exposure in CAATs, Data Analytics, TeamMate+ environment.
• Knowledge of relevant regulations, industry standards, and best practices in internal audit and risk management.
• Strong understanding of financial systems, internal control frameworks, and risk management practices.
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to inspire and develop a high-performing team.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to communicate complex audit findings and recommendations to senior executives and stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills and results oriented with effective report writing skills and be prepared to travel.
• High level of integrity, ethics, and professionalism.
• Be able to travel internationally as required for 2-3 weeks depending on audit project requirements within Greater China region.