Internal Auditor at Tokiye Integrated Medical Services

Job Description

• The Internal Auditor is responsible for providing independent and objective assurance on the effectiveness of the organization’s internal control systems, risk management processes, and governance structures.
• This role requires a highly experienced professional who can design, implement, evaluate, and strengthen internal controls while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, organizational policies, and best practices.

Key Responsibilities
Internal Controls and Compliance:

• Develop, review, and implement robust internal control frameworks across all departments
• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, identifying gaps, weaknesses, and areas of improvement.
• Ensure all processes comply with statutory regulations, internal policies, and industry standards.
• Conduct regular assessments to ensure the reliability and integrity of financial and operational information.

Audit Planning and Execution:

• Prepare annual and quarterly audit plans based on risk assessments.
• Conduct operational, financial, compliance, and IT audits according to approved audit programs.
• Perform regular spot checks, surprise audits, and process audits to detect irregularities and ensure accountability.
• Document audit findings, prepare audit working papers, and maintain proper audit documentation.

Risk Management:

• Identify, assess, and report key risks affecting the organization’s operations and financial health.
• Recommend risk mitigation strategies and monitor the implementation of audit recommendations.
• Assist management in strengthening risk management frameworks and practices.

Reporting and Communication:

• Prepare timely audit reports highlighting findings, causes, implications, and corrective actions.
• Present audit findings to the Managing Director, Executive Management, and/or Audit Committee as required.
• Follow up on audit recommendations to ensure implementation and compliance.

Fraud Detection and Investigations:

• Conduct investigations into suspected fraud, financial misstatements, or operational misconduct.
• Provide evidence-based recommendations for disciplinary or corrective actions.
• Ensure whistle-blowing processes are functioning and employees are protected under policy.

Process Improvement:

• Recommend process enhancements to improve efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and operational excellence.
• Support departments in designing and implementing improved internal controls.
• Monitor organizational adherence to process improvements and new internal controls.

Support to Management:

• Advise management on control weaknesses and emerging risks that could affect strategic objectives.
• Provide training and awareness on internal controls, corporate governance, and risk management.
• Assist in policy development, updates, and implementation where necessary.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as ICAN, CIA, ACA, ACCA, CISA, CFE (highly preferred).
• 7+ years' experience in internal audit, internal controls, risk management, or compliance.
• Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO, COBIT).
• Experience in designing and implementing control systems in a structured organization.
• Proficiency in auditing standards, regulatory requirements, and financial reporting.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong analytical and investigative skills.
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills.
• High attention to detail and professional skepticism.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong integrity, confidentiality, and ethical behavior.
• Ability to engage with senior management and influence change.
• Proficiency in audit software, MS Office, and ERP systems (advantage).

Key Attributes:

• High level of honesty and accountability.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Objective, independent, and unbiased in judgment.
• Results-oriented and highly organized.