Assistant Manager - Financial Audit

Assistant Manager - Finance Audit will support the planning and execution of risk-based financial audits across the Group. The role is responsible for assessing financial processes, accounting records, reporting practices and internal controls to identify control gaps, financial reporting risks, process vulnerabilities and opportunities for improvement.

The position will work closely with the relevant business units to deliver audit assignments in accordance with the approved Internal Audit Plan, established audit methodologies and applicable professional standards. The role will also contribute to the continuous improvement of financial audit protocols, data-driven auditing practices and internal control frameworks while providing clear and timely insights to management and other relevant stakeholders.

· Support the development and execution of the annual finance audit plan across the Dialog Group.

· Lead and supervise finance audit assignments to ensure timely and effective completion.

· Collaborate with business units and relevant process owners to understand financial processes, obtain required information and identify key financial and control risks.

· Evaluate financial processes, internal controls, and reporting mechanisms to identify risks and improvement opportunities.

· Review financial statements, accounting records, and financial reporting systems to ensure accuracy, completeness, compliance with applicable standards and requirements.

· Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting and other finance-related processes.

· Apply data analytics and other technology-enabled audit techniques to improve audit coverage, identify trends and support evidence-based conclusions.

· Prepare clear, complete and well-supported audit working papers that document the audit procedures performed, evidence obtained and conclusions reached.

· Monitor agreed management actions and follow up with relevant business units to support the timely closure of audit findings.

· Assist in preparing finance audit reports, progress updates, presentations and relevant inputs for senior management and Board Audit Committee reporting.

Minimum 4-5 years of auditing experience.

Strong knowledge of financial accounting, financial reporting, finance auditing, and internal control audits.

· Hands-on experience in conducting financial audits and evaluating internal controls over financial reporting.

· Experience working with accounting and ERP systems, particularly SAP, would be an added advantage.

· Proficiency in data analytics and technology-enabled auditing. Excellent report writing, presentation, and stakeholder management skills

· Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with attention to detail.

· Proven ability to lead teams, manage priorities, and work effectively under pressure.
· Professional certifications such as CIA will be an added advantage.

· A proactive mindset with strong integrity, business acumen, and a commitment to continuous improvement.