SOX & Compliance Specialist / Risk & Controls
Avensys is a reputed global IT professional services company headquartered in Singapore. Our services include enterprise solution consulting, business intelligence, business process automation, and managed services. Given our decade of success, we have become one of the top trusted providers in Singapore and service a client base across banking and financial services, insurance, information technology, healthcare, retail, and supply chain.
We are currently looking to hire SOX & Compliance Specialist / Risk & Controls . This is an exciting opportunity to expand your skill set and achieve job satisfaction and work-life balance. I've included more details below.
We are seeking a highly motivated professional to join our Risk Management & Compliance team. The role is responsible for designing and executing test plans, assessing internal controls, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements (SEC, SOX 302/404), and driving process improvements. This role demands strong expertise in risk management, internal audit, and financial controls to support the organization's compliance and governance framework.
Key Responsibilities
- Design & Execution of Test Plans: Develop and implement risk-based test plans and testing approaches covering Process Walkthroughs, Test of Design (TOD), Test of Operating Effectiveness (TOE), remediation measures, and SEC compliance standards.
- SOX & Internal Controls: Lead the implementation of the SOX framework, ensure compliance with SOX 302/404 requirements, and identify process gaps while strengthening internal controls and financial integrity.
- Audit & Compliance: Ensure adherence to internal audit methodology, obtain and analyze accounting documentation, reports, and process flows, and oversee control implementation and monitoring for full audit compliance.
- Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with global SOX Program teams, Process Owners, external service providers, and auditors to execute testing plans in a timely and effective manner.
- Process Improvement: Act as a catalyst for change by establishing new processes, identifying automation opportunities, and ensuring stronger governance with emphasis on internal controls.
- Risk & Compliance Deployment: Coordinate and oversee Risk Management & Compliance initiatives, ensuring alignment, consistency, and standardization across the organization.
- Communication & Leadership: Maintain effective communication with line management, project teams, and stakeholders in a multi-stakeholder environment.
Requirements
- Degree in Accounting, Finance, Audit, or related field.
- Experience in Public Accounting / Internal Audit / SOX Compliance (Big 4 exposure preferred).
- Strong knowledge of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX 302/404), COSO framework, and Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR).
- Hands-on experience in internal auditing, risk management, and compliance testing.
- Familiarity with ISO 9001/27001 standards will be an advantage.
- Certifications such as CIA, CISA, CPA, ACCA will be an added advantage.
- Technical proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
- Fluency in Mandarin (spoken & written) and English.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
Key Skills for Success
- SOX Controls Testing / Internal Controls
- Risk Management & Compliance
- Internal Audit Methodology & Regulatory Standards
- COSO & SOX Framework Implementation
- Stakeholder & Project Management
- Documentation & Process Improvement
- ISO Standards (Quality & Information Security)
- Communication & Change Management
WHAT'S ON OFFER
You will be remunerated with an excellent base salary and entitled to attractive company benefits. Additionally, you will get the opportunity to enjoy a fun and collaborative work environment, alongside a strong career progression.
To submit your application, please apply online or email your UPDATED CV in Microsoft Word format to Arti@aven-sys.com. Your interest will be treated with strict confidentiality.
CONSULTANT DETAILS
Consultant Name: Arti Choudhary
Avensys Consulting Pte Ltd
EA Licence 12C5759
