Corinna Lim
Summary
Accomplished Internal Audit Professional with 25+ years' expertise, predominantly in public sector leadership, driving excellence in statutory board governance and risk management. Pioneered and transformed statutory board audit functions from inception, delivering sustained excellence over two decades. Demonstrated success in digital transformation, investigations, and advisory services, while strengthening governance frameworks and audit committee relationships. Known for strategic leadership in elevating organisational risk management through innovative methodologies and stakeholder engagement.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Assistant Director, Internal Audit Division
National Environment Agency
07.2002 - Current
- Spearheaded risk-based Annual Audit Plans through assessment methodologies, aligning with organisational strategy and emerging risks while incorporating key stakeholder perspectives
- Directed enterprise-wide audit engagements, delivering impactful recommendations that enhance operational efficiency and strengthen risk management frameworks
- Led audit teams in executing quality assurance programmes aligned with international standards, fostering professional development and audit excellence
- Led whistle-blowing investigations, employing forensic methodologies and strategic case management to drive comprehensive resolutions
- Coordinated investigations with law enforcement agencies (CAD, CPIB) as key liaison, ensuring procedural integrity and confidentiality compliance
- Designed and implemented investigation frameworks aligned with public sector governance standards, strengthening organisational resilience against misconduct
- Provided strategic counsel to Audit Committee through: Comprehensive periodic performance reporting, Risk-based insights and mitigation strategies, Strategic recommendations for control enhancements
- Successfully steered two major AGO audits (2021/22 and 2024/25), achieving: Coordinated agency-wide responses, Streamlined documentation management, Effective stakeholder communication, Systematic implementation of recommendations, Enhanced control environment
- Led the agency’s first digital audit transformation by implementing an enterprise-wide electronic working paper management system (Pentana), streamlining workflows and significantly enhancing audit efficiency and effectiveness
- Contributed and supported the agency’s migration to the Whole-of-Government - Audit & Governance Enterprise Management (AGEM) system and ensuring adherence to governance standards and identifying process improvements during the transition
- Managed outsourced audit engagements (Statutory, IT, Quality Assurance), monitoring performance to ensure quality outcomes and timely completion
- Championed Ministry-level Internal Audit harmonisation, establishing shared audit tools and best practices whilst fostering robust knowledge exchange across statutory board cluster
Internal Audit Executive, Internal Audit Unit
Keppel TatLee Finance Limited
09.1999 - 03.2022
- Conducted systematic reviews of financial operations, deposit procedures, and loan portfolios, identifying potential risks and recommending mitigation strategies
- Led audits of cash management processes, ensuring compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements
Education
Bachelor of Accountancy -
Nanyang Technological University
01-1999
GCE ‘A' Levels -
Catholic Junior College
01-1995
GCE ‘O' Levels -
CHIJ St Joseph's Convent
01-1993
Skills
- Public sector auditing
- Government regulations and compliance
- Risk-Based Audit Approach
- Internal Controls Assessment
- Procurement Audit
- Grants Management Review
- IT Systems Audit
- Corporate Governance
- Stakeholder Management
Certification
- Certified Internal Auditor (Institute of Internal Auditors Singapore)
- Chartered Accountant Singapore (Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants)
- Certification in Risk Management Assessment
Timeline
Senior Assistant Director, Internal Audit Division
National Environment Agency
07.2002 - Current
Internal Audit Executive, Internal Audit Unit
Keppel TatLee Finance Limited
09.1999 - 03.2022
Bachelor of Accountancy -
Nanyang Technological University
GCE ‘A' Levels -
Catholic Junior College
GCE ‘O' Levels -
CHIJ St Joseph's Convent