Internal Control Specialist

• Salary up to $6,000 • 5 days work week • Jurong East MRT Our client is an emerging MNC with a global presence — headquartered in Singapore, with R&D and technical operations across Asia and customers in worldwide data-centre and high-speed optical markets. SOX 404 Compliance & Implementation • Lead the design, documentation, and implementation of SOX 404-compliant internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) • Develop comprehensive process documentation, including risk control matrices (RCMs), flowcharts, and control descriptions • Execute management's assessment of internal control effectiveness in accordance with SEC and PCAOB requirements • Coordinate external auditor SOX 404 testing and manage remediation of identified deficiencies IPO Readiness Support • Support the Company's U.S. listing preparation by ensuring timely establishment of IPO-ready internal control environment • Align internal control framework with U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, and PCAOB auditing standards • Collaborate with legal, finance, and business teams to address control gaps identified during IPO readiness assessments • Prepare SOX-related disclosures for registration statements and periodic SEC filings Risk Assessment & Control Optimization • Conduct annual fraud risk assessments and entity-level control evaluations • Identify key financial reporting risks and design preventive and detective controls • Monitor control operating effectiveness through ongoing testing and continuous auditing techniques • Drive automation of controls and implementation of data analytics for control monitoring Cross-functional Collaboration • Partner with process owners across business units to embed control consciousness into daily operations • Provide SOX 404 training and guidance to finance and operational teams • Serve as primary contact for external auditors on ICFR matters Requirements • Bachelor's degree or above in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, with CPA, CIA, or CISA certification preferred. • Minimum 4 years of experience in internal control, internal audit, or external audit, preferably with a Big 4 background. • Hands-on experience with SOX 404 compliance is essential, including involvement in first-year implementation or remediation projects. Prior direct experience in U.S. IPO or SEC reporting readiness is highly desirable. • Strong technical proficiency in U.S. GAAP, PCAOB standards, and the COSO 2013 Framework, as well as practical experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite and data analytics tools. • Industry-specific experience in semiconductor is preferred. R22107887 | Gladys Chang Si Min