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Job Summary

In this role, you will be exposed to various business areas and will have high visibility and access to senior leaders throughout the organization. This is an excellent opportunity to influence and impact change. This position generally focuses on more complex audits, and is able to work in a highly self-sufficient manner.

Typically, this position is involved in activities such as:

• The preparation of detailed programs for audits including the Taiwan Statutory audit and global internal audits to evaluate the effectiveness of operational processes and controls

• The review of complex internal controls and related processes and procedure to determine efficiency, effectiveness, and compliance with applicable laws, regulations and company policies in each country.

• Creating and providing management with accurate and timely reports on audit findings, including recommendations for improvement in a self-directed manner.

• Providing advice and consultation to other auditors regarding the review business area controls

• Collaborating with team member to propose recommendations to enhance operational efficiency and identifying other areas of improvement.

• This position may assist in the identification of emerging risks and audit planning for specific countries/risk areas, and taking leadership in Department and other projects.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

The individual will be responsible leveraging business knowledge to conduct internal audits and projects related to investment advisory and investment management business functions and processes. The internal audit activities involve analyzing risks and controls, recommending process and control improvements, and providing reports to relevant stakeholders. This individual also participates in Corporate Audit divisional wide initiatives and activities.

Key responsibilities and objectives for this position are:

• Responsible for Taiwan Statutory Audit program and global internal audits.

• Work independently to conduct audits and projects that evaluate and test the relevant risks, key control points, operations effectiveness and risk management

• Utilizing data analytics tools and techniques to support internal audit activities by analyzing large datasets

• Recommend appropriate mitigation plan to manage identified risks and controls

• Prepare the audit reports and issue list to communicate audit results

• Monitor the implementation of audit recommendations and execute remedial actions.

• Conduct audits and projects in accordance with Internal Audit standards and procedures

• Contribute ideas that strengthen internal audit practices and other risk/control efforts

• Distill business topics and use appropriate judgment to effectively communicate issues, information, and recommendations to peers and management

• Work in partnership with audit management, financial/investment/other business management and other risk/control functions to ensure that processes, business activities, and internal controls are effective in managing operational, financial, regulatory and business risks

• Facilitate surveying the business functions and corporate activities in order to set audit scope and audit objectives for specific engagements

• Analyze business functions from a financial, operational and compliance perspective

QUALIFICATIONS

• Local qualification for Statutory auditor is required. Such as Securities Investment Analyst qualifications or Securities Investment Trust and Consulting Professionals or Senior Securities Specialist license.

• Fluency in written and spoken English and Mandarin language.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field

• 8+ years of relevant work experience. At least 4 years of direct experience in audit

• Progressive internal/external audit experience or equivalent financial services business experience

• Understanding of International Audit Standards, internal control, risk and governance principles

• Proficiency in using audit management software and data analysis tools.

• Strong analytic and problem-solving skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels

• Ability to multi-task effectively in a fast-paced environment

• Motivated self-starter with high aptitude for learning and strong track record

• High responsiveness and flexibility to changing business priorities and tight deadlines

• Ability to work independently or in a team while collaborating with team members and business colleagues

• Commitment to excellence and continual improvement

• CIA (Certified Internal Auditor), CA (Chartered Accountant), CFA, MBA and/or other relevant investment certifications (optional)

• Understanding of workflows and business processes

• Ability to identify solutions that effectively address business and control needs

• Possesses high integrity, professional skepticism and strong business sense

• Commands respect and credibility with team members and business colleagues

• Anticipates future possibilities, opportunities and risks

• Handles ambiguity with sound business judgment and partnership

• Ability to work within and across organizations

Barings is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer; Minority/Female/Age/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Individual with Disability/Protected Veteran. We welcome all persons to apply.