Graduate Risk Analyst (Internal Audit)

We are looking for a graduate with a Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics or related field with either a placement year exp or a year's exposure out of university in audit, risk, compliance, or financial control

Working in an Internal Audit department of a metal derivative trading organisation. The department is responsible for (JSOX Compliance) which ensures Japanese Sarbanes-Oxley Act (J-SOX) requirements, ensuring robust internal controls and compliance standards.

Role Overview:

The Internal Audit Assistant will support the Internal Audit team in executing the annual JSOX compliance process. This role involves assisting with documentation, testing, and reporting of internal controls to meet regulatory requirements and corporate governance standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• JSOX Compliance Support:
• Assist in planning and coordinating the annual JSOX testing cycle.
• Prepare and maintain documentation for internal controls and risk assessments.
• Support walkthroughs and control testing activities under the guidance of senior auditors.
• Audit Process Assistance:
• Collect and organize evidence for control effectiveness.
• Track remediation actions and follow-up on outstanding issues.
• Help prepare audit reports and summaries for management review.
• Collaboration & Communication:
• Liaise with business units to gather required information and clarify control processes.
• Ensure timely communication of audit findings and deadlines.
• Compliance & Governance:
• Stay updated on JSOX requirements and internal audit best practices.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives for internal controls.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Essential:
• Strong organizational and administrative skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Good communication skills for interacting with internal stakeholders.
• Preferred:
• Basic understanding of internal controls or audit principles.
• Experience in compliance or risk management roles.
• Knowledge of J-SOX or Sarbanes-Oxley frameworks.