Assistant Audit Manager

Our Group Internal Audit serves to provide independent and objective assurance to the Board, Audit Committee and the executive management of PCCW on the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls. The team is currently seeking for highly independent and self-motivated professional to join them as Assistant Vice President, reporting to the Senior Vice President of Group Internal Audit.

Your role:

• Manage relationship with business units to gain an understanding of business strategies/plans, products, processes/operations, performance and risk-related issues
• Plan/lead/manage/conduct IT and/or operational audits, reviews and special projects in accordance with department and professional standards, and complete assignments in an efficient manner
• Articulate and highlight audit findings/recommendations with management in both technical and non-technical terms, writing/reviewing audit reports
• Monitor progress/achievement of the internal audit plan
• Monitor implementation status of recommendations
• Participate in annual audit planning process including conducting audit assessments on IT applications and infrastructure controls
• Drive departmental initiatives to enhance the quality and efficiency of internal audits
• Supervise/coach Group Internal Audit team members including knowledge sharing and training
• Lead and perform ad hoc assignments when required

To succeed in this role:

• Minimum of 8 years of IT audit experience gained from an accounting/consulting firm, or sizable organizations, or a combination of both, with demonstrated experience in managing a team
• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in a relevant discipline with a recognized relevant qualification (eg, CA, CPA, CIA or CISA)
• Professional with diversified experience across different areas of IT including IT audit, IT governance, technology risk management, service integration and project management is preferable
• Excellent project management, planning and execution skills
• Strong analytical combined with critical, creative thinking and solutions, influencing, negotiating and report-writing skills
• Aware of changes in recognized IT frameworks, emerging risks, and regulatory requirements. Able to identify and assess complex IT risks and controls, to relate them to the wider business environment
• Agile and team oriented with a strong sense of ownership and accountability. Act in an integrated manner with internal audit colleagues and management, and demonstrate a proactive and engaging approach during audits

Those with more experience might be considered for the post of Vice President, Group IT Internal Audit