Summary
A reputable bank is seeking an experienced and proactive Internal Audit Manager to join its Hong Kong Branch. This is a key role responsible for enhancing the bank's internal control environment, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving audit excellence across business and support functions.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and execute risk-based internal audits across various business lines and operational areas.
- Develop audit plans, define audit scope, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality audit reports.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management processes, and governance frameworks.
- Identify control gaps and provide practical, value-adding recommendations to management.
- Monitor the status of audit findings, follow up on remediation progress, and assess closure validity.
- Support regulatory inspections, external audits, and internal governance reviews.
- Collaborate closely with business teams to maintain strong communication while preserving audit independence.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of audit methodology, tools, and internal processes.
- Stay updated on Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) requirements, banking regulations, and industry best practices.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Risk Management, or related disciplines.
- Professional qualifications such as CPA, CIA, CISA, or equivalent preferred.
- Minimum 3 years of relevant audit experience in banking or financial services.
- Strong understanding of HKMA regulatory requirements, operational risk, and internal control frameworks.
- Demonstrated ability to lead audits, manage stakeholders, and influence outcomes.
- Strong analytical, communication, and report-writing skills in English and Chinese.
- Self-driven, detail-oriented, and able to work independently under tight deadlines.
What you'll get in return
You will be offered with a monthly package ranging from HKD 35,000 to HKD 45,000 along with a comprehensive employee benefit package. This is a terrific opportunity for any rising accounting and finance professionals to take part in a finance position with great team and company culture and career progression.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role or any other accounting, finance and internal audit opportunities in the banking and financial services industry, please send your CV in Microsoft Word format to
Anson.Wong@hays.com.hk