Monroe Consulting Group is currently representing a leading international insurance provider as a key client for this executive search. This high-impact leadership role is based in Jakarta, Indonesia.
As the Head of Internal Audit, you will report directly to the Regional Head of Internal Audit and the local Chief Executive Officer. You will be responsible for driving the strategic vision of the audit function, ensuring it remains a robust, independent, and value-adding partner to the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Leadership: Establish and drive the local internal audit strategic plan, vision, and culture while working closely with the Audit Committee, CEO, and global audit leadership.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Promote the Internal Audit (IA) function and evaluate the quality of the internal control environment alongside management and external auditors.
- Governance & Reporting: Attend Audit Committee meetings to present comprehensive audit reports and papers in a timely manner.
- Audit Planning: Develop risk assessment methodologies and execute risk-based, "fit for purpose" audit plans.
- Operational Oversight: Manage day-to-day activities, including reviewing workpapers and draft reports within the TeamMate system.
- Quality Assurance: Ensure all audits maintain high quality and comply with Regional Headquarter methodologies.
- Action Tracking: Follow up on action plans to ensure high-quality status updates are communicated to stakeholders.
- Talent Management: Oversee the recruitment, development, and compensation programs for internal audit talents
Requirements
- Education: Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Internal Audit, or a related field.
- Professional Certification: Holding professional designations such as CIA or CPA is considered a strong asset.
- Experience: 10-15+ years of progressive experience in Internal Audit, with a proven track record in strategy and execution.
- Industry Expertise: Strong exposure to the general insurance industry with a solid understanding of insurance operations and risk dynamics.
- Regulatory Knowledge: In-depth understanding of the Indonesian regulatory landscape, specifically regarding governance and compliance.
- Global Mindset: Proven ability to operate effectively within a complex global organization and align with regional expectations.
- Communication: High proficiency in both written and spoken English for effective communication with international stakeholders.
