Global Internal Auditor (GIA)

About HOYA Surgical Optics (HSO)

HOYA Surgical Optics (HSO) is the globally leading Preloaded Intraocular Lens (IOL) focused company that provides technologies and solutions that exceed expectations, enabling ophthalmic surgeons to focus on restoring sight. We are dedicated to improving the vision and quality of life for millions of people suffering from cataract, and helping them celebrate life visually.

HSO empowers cataract surgeons all over the world with innovative ophthalmic devices and services, with an attention to detail that helps them achieve better surgical outcomes and better practice results. Our commitment to delivering these results is grounded upon a quality management system that is continuously improving to meet changing global regulatory requirements and our entrepreneurial drive to be the brand of first choice.

At HSO, People is the key factor to our success. We aim to create a conducive work environment for our employees around the globe, and to promote an inclusive culture based on our core values – Excellence, Passion, Innovative, Collaboration, and Accountability.

HSO way of working

In fulfilling our roles, we are

• Accountable for our own capabilities and development,
• Focused on delivering results without excuses, and
• Alive to the sensitivities, risk, and impact we have on others and work in a way that helps others do their work effectively.

We are looking for people who

• See beyond themselves and are impact-focused,
• Consider the needs, challenges, and objectives of every person with whom they interact, and
• Exhibit positive reinforcement to help others succeed.

About the role

Works closely with and have impact on: All functions within HSO and HOYA Group Finance

Reports to: Directly to Divisional CEO and Functionally to Divisional CFO

Function: Global Internal Audit

Work Location/Site: GHQ Singapore

Role Overview

This position is responsible for leading internal auditing (IA) in HOYA Surgical Optics. Internal auditing is an independent, objective assurance and consulting activity designed to add value and improve an organization's operations. It helps an organization accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes.

Duties and Responsibilities

In line with “International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (IPPF)”, “HOYA Group Internal Audit Charter” and “HOYA Group Internal Audit Standards”, the Global Internal Auditor should proceed audit work and add value to operations so that HSO can accomplish its business objectives.

1)    Using risk-based audit approach, conduct in-depth auditing on identified key risk area(s) at all HSO offices 
•    Conduct periodical risk survey 
•    Establish audit plan(budget/long/mid/annual) taking reference from the result of risk survey
•    Proceed auditing and coping with changes in the business environment

2)    Evaluate effectiveness of internal controls 
•    Ensure controls effectiveness in business processes
•    Perform consulting activity to improve the identified weaknesses in internal controls

3)    Conduct audits collaboratively with internal/local resources considering any restrictions
•    Organize IA team in each audit by assigning the best persons who can execute auditing effectively
•    Lead IA team so that the team can add value to HSO operations

4)    Ensure satisfactory completion of improvement plans of past audits 
•    Process follow-up monitoring for improvement actions conducted by auditee

Requirements

Experience
•    A minimum of 10 years’ experience in auditing or internal control (SOX/J-SOX), preferably in a managerial role 
•    Business & industry-specific experiences and knowledge

Skills/Accreditations 
•    Broad focus in: 
     1) Risk management 
     2) Corporate governance 
     3) Organizational objectives 
     4) Operational efficiency and effectiveness 
     5) Compliance with laws and policies 
     6) Accurate financial statements
•    Excellent Communication skills 
•    Accounting skills 
•    Data mining & analytics, IT

Academic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree; CIA qualified person or person with equivalent knowledge preferred

Travel requirements

International travel for at least 6 weeks per year as the role requires audit activities to be performed at all HSO commercial and manufacturing sites.
 

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