Global Audit Expert

CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products and providers all around the world. Present in 170 countries and with more than 110,000 employees spread over 1,500 sites, we are well on our way to achieving our vision: to be a Top 5 global 3PL.

We believe that our employees are the key to our success. We want to engage and empower our diverse, global team to co-create value with our customers through our solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport. That is why CEVA Logistics offers a dynamic and exceptional work environment that fosters personal growth, innovation, and continuous improvement.

DARE TO GROW! Join CEVA Logistics, and you will be part of a team that values imagination, encourages boldness and exemplarity, and is committed to excellence in everything we do. Join us in our mission to shape the future of global logistics as we become a global leader in the logistics industry. As we continue growing at a fast pace, will you “Dare to Grow” with us?

YOUR ROLE

CEVA Global Internal Audit (GIA) is an independent function whose primary mission is to enhance and protect organizational value by providing risk-based and objective assurance, advice, and insight.

As an APAC Senior Internal Auditor you will be part of the APAC Hub Internal Audit team (5 resources, international team). Based in the CEVA Malaysia office, you will report to the Internal Audit Manager for APAC Region in Singapore, who in turn reports to the Global Head of Internal Audit & Investigation, Risk and Internal Control.

You will be responsible for leading and executing internal audit engagements across APAC in accordance with the annual audit plan. The annual plan includes reviews of various types (operational, financial, compliance, IT) and perimeters (legal entities, corporate functions, operational sites, projects). This will allow you to obtain a deep and comprehensive knowledge of the group and business in a relatively short timeframe.

You will be traveling around 50% of your working time.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?

• Execute (and lead) audit engagements of various types in accordance with the annual audit plan and specific requests from stakeholders.
• Audit Preparation: i) retrieve & analyze data and applicable policies, ii) perform focused interviews to develop a risk-based audit working program adapted to the scope and objectives of the assigned review.
• Audit Fieldwork: Perform interviews, controls and analytical tests in accordance with the developed audit working program and group internal audit methodology. Draft and share with auditees the audit preliminary conclusions.
• Audit Reporting: Drafting the audit report outlining the issues and gaps identified. For all findings, the report will include detailed root cause analysis, associated risks and recommendations. Remediation action plans proposed by the auditees will also be included.
• Audit Debriefing: Debrief local and top management (up to CEO) as needed.
• Audit Follow-up: Regular follow-up of action plans agreed with auditees to ensure risks related to the identified gaps are under control.
• As mission leader: in collaboration with the Hub Internal Audit Manager, define the audit’s scope and schedule in accordance with the objectives. Define and assign to each auditor a part of the audit work scope. Coordinate and monitor the progress of the audit works for the whole audit team to ensure audit objectives are met (schedule and scope). Be the primary interface for both the Hub Internal Audit Manager and Auditees from the audit preparation to the follow-up phase.
• Audit Methodology: identify and propose changes and improvements to the internal audit methodology (e.g., test, deliverables) to ensure the audit approach is adapted to the evolution of the internal and external contexts (e.g., deployment of new IT operational systems, enforcement of new regulations).

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• At least 5 years of working experience in internal audit of multinational groups (preferred) possibly combined with external audit experience (international audit firm).
• Audit related professional certifications are highly appreciated: CIA (or equivalent) CISA.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Exposure to the freight forwarding and supply chain industry is desirable.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Rigorous, with a focus for detail. Able to take a step back and identify the wider picture.
• Great team player with the ability to take the initiative and work independently.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and deliver on-time.
• Fluency in English is mandatory (both written and oral).
• Fluency in a second language is desirable.

WHAT DO WE HAVE TO OFFER?

With a genuine culture of reward and recognition, we want our employees to grow, develop and be part of our journey. We offer a competitive benefits package. There’s no doubt that you will be compensated for your hard work and commitment so if you’d like to work for one of the top Logistics providers in the world then please do get in touch to find your next role.

ABOUT TOMORROW

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