About this role
INTERNAL AUDIT OFFICE
Senior Manager / Manager, Internal Audit (26270317)
Responsibilities
Reporting to Director of Internal Audit, the appointee will be responsible for:
- Assist in formulating 3-year risk-based strategic internal audit plan and annual internal audit plan;
- Plan and execute scheduled audit assignments, and provide advisory service to different units of the University as required;
- Prepare clear and concise audit reports, providing practical and value-added recommendations, and influence stakeholders to deliver timely, continuous, and sustainable improvements;
- Periodically follow-up on implementation status of audit recommendations;
- Assist in servicing the Audit Committee (including preparation of meeting papers and minutes, and performing secretariat duties);
- Assist Director of Internal Audit to oversee and enhance the internal audit function, and provide guidance on work of other team members; and
- Perform other ad hoc duties as assigned by the Director of Internal Audit from time to time.
Requirements
- A recognised university degree with relevant professional qualification(s) such as HKICPA, ACCA, CIA or CISA;
- At least 10 years of experience in external and/or internal auditing, of which at least 4 years in an in-house internal audit capacity, and at least 4 years at managerial level. Experience working in sizeable organisations and/or international CPA firms is preferred;
- Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills, with strong sense of ownership, positive mindset, and good business acumen;
- Tactful and assertive, able to build and maintain strong relationship with key stakeholders, including clients and teammates;
- Strong project and client management capabilities;
- Strong communicator with excellent presentation and influencing skills, and excellent command of spoken and written English and Chinese (including Putonghua);
- Proficient in computer applications including MS Excel;
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment, and to manage multiple assignments under pressure; and
- Knowledge of different risk management frameworks and experience performing audit committee secretariat work would be an advantage.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a written test.
Applicants with less experience may be considered for the rank of Manager, Internal Audit.
The initial appointment will be offered on a fixed-term contract of 2 to 3 years. Re‑appointment thereafter will be subject to performance review, mutual agreement and availability of funding.
Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Application Procedure
Applicants are invited to submit their applications at the HKBU e-Recruitment System. Those who are not invited for interview 8 weeks after submission of application may consider their applications unsuccessful. Details of the University's Personal Information Collection Statement can be found at https://hro.hkbu.edu.hk/en/worklife-at-hkbu/employee-favourable-environment.html#privacy-policy.
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the posts advertised, and the appointment will be made according to the terms and conditions applicable at the time of offer.
Review of applications is ongoing until the positions are filled.