Cheryl Hay
Internal Audit Manager
Singapore,Blk414B Fernvale Link #03-08
Summary
Experienced internal audit professional skilled in managing audit processes and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Proven ability to lead teams and deliver valuable insights through comprehensive audits. Known for reliability and adaptability in high-pressure settings, with a focus on promoting team collaboration and driving measurable outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
Internal Audit Manager
Ingenia Consultants Pte. Ltd.
01.2025 - Current
- Managing and performing internal audits for small-medium-sized MAS-regulated financial institutions (approx. 30-35 engagements) in the area of the Securities & Futures Act (SFA), Payment Services Act (PSA), Trust Companies Act (TCA), and Financial Advisers Act (FAA).
- Establishing internal audit frameworks for payment services, trust companies, and financial advisers as part of audit software implementation.
- Developing of internal audit plan for payment services, trust companies, and financial advisers.
- Collaborating with management to develop action plans to address identified issues, fostering a proactive approach to risk management.
- Facilitating clear communication between auditors and stakeholders regarding findings, promoting transparency throughout the entire audit process.
- Assisting in the development of training materials and resources for new hires, ensuring a smooth onboarding process for employees joining the internal audit team.
- Managing a team of 2-4 field auditors.
Senior Associate
INGENIA CONSULTANTS PTE. LTD
01.2022 - 12.2024
- Managed and performed internal audits (approx. 20 engagements) for small-medium-sized MAS-regulated financial institutions in the area of the SFA, PSA, TCA and FAA.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Assisted in the set up of internal audit framework for fund management companies / external asset managers, trust companies.
- Provision of regulatory compliance advisory in the areas of SFA, and FAA for fund management companies and digital bank.
- Developed strong working relationships with clients through trust-building communication and reliable service delivery.
Associate
INGENIA CONSULTANTS PTE. LTD
02.2020 - 12.2021
- Assisted in performing internal audits for small-medium-sized MAS-regulated financial institutions in the area of the SFA.
- Assisted in licensing projects for fund management companies under SFA and payment service providers under PSA.
- Assisted in regulatory compliance for fund management companies and external asset managers.
- Developed financial regulatory filing process for fund management companies to perform reporting for SFA04-N13.
Accounts Assistant
ORIENT NATURAL RESOURCES PTE LTD
10.2019 - 02.2020
- Company Overview: Construction Commodities
- Processed payments and documents such as invoices, payment vouchers, and employee reimbursements.
- Performed administrative and clerical duties such as word processing, data entry, excel, and copying.
- Communicating with respective procurement personnel to review figures, postings, and documents for correct entry, completeness, and accuracy.
- Entered purchase orders, invoices, and payments into the company accounting system and reconciled them accordingly.
- Executed billing tasks and recorded information in company databases.
- Utilising Microsoft Excel (Eg: Pivot Tables, Validations, Formulas etc) to efficiently create and update records of cashbooks, claims processing, and execution of bill payment.
Financial Consultant
PIAS (PROFESSIONAL INVESTMENT ADVISORY SERVICES)
07.2017 - 10.2018
- Company Overview: Financial Adviser
- Analyzed financial information obtained from clients to determine strategies to meet client's financial objectives adaptively.
- Recommended financial planning strategies which clients can use to achieve their financial goals and objectives, including specific recommendations in areas such as cash management, insurance coverage, and investment planning.
- Key Achievements: Achieved target insurance sales quota and securing top 10 rookie position within first quarter of 2018
- Financial
Education
Bachelor of Business Studies - Finance
University College Dublin
01.2017 - 01.2020
Diploma - Banking and Finance
Singapore Polytechnic
01.2014 - 01.2017
GCE Ordinary Levels -
Zhonghua Secondary School
Singapore 01.2008 - 01.2013
Skills
- Internal Auditing
- Regulatory Compliance
- Risk management
- Anti-Money Laundering
- Internal controls
- Interpersonal communication
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Certification
Certified Internal Auditor - Candidate
Timeline
Internal Audit Manager
Ingenia Consultants Pte. Ltd.
01.2025 - Current
Senior Associate
INGENIA CONSULTANTS PTE. LTD
01.2022 - 12.2024
Associate
INGENIA CONSULTANTS PTE. LTD
02.2020 - 12.2021
Accounts Assistant
ORIENT NATURAL RESOURCES PTE LTD
10.2019 - 02.2020
Financial Consultant
PIAS (PROFESSIONAL INVESTMENT ADVISORY SERVICES)
07.2017 - 10.2018
Bachelor of Business Studies - Finance
University College Dublin
01.2017 - 01.2020
Diploma - Banking and Finance
Singapore Polytechnic
01.2014 - 01.2017
GCE Ordinary Levels -
Zhonghua Secondary School
01.2008 - 01.2013
Similar Profiles
Cheow Su YiCheow Su Yi
Property Administrator at Landsfield Property Consultants Pte LtdProperty Administrator at Landsfield Property Consultants Pte Ltd
Siti Khoirunnisaa' Binti KhamisSiti Khoirunnisaa' Binti Khamis
Halal Consultant Cum Assistant Admin Executive at HalalHub Consultants Pte. Ltd.Halal Consultant Cum Assistant Admin Executive at HalalHub Consultants Pte. Ltd.
Shajahan Abdullah NalakathShajahan Abdullah Nalakath
EHS Consultant at H.S.E Consultants Pte LtdEHS Consultant at H.S.E Consultants Pte Ltd
Siti Mardianah Binte AnuarSiti Mardianah Binte Anuar
Front Desk Administrator at Global Ehsan Relief SingaporeFront Desk Administrator at Global Ehsan Relief Singapore
Dipan SeshagiriDipan Seshagiri
Assistant Bar Manager at In Bad Co.Assistant Bar Manager at In Bad Co.