Internal Audit Manager

ABOUT TMG

This is an exciting opportunity for you to join one of the most successful services providing groups in Asia. Founded in 1994 and headquartered in Vietnam, TMG is one of the leading integrated travel and hospitality groups based in Southeast Asia. The Group brings approximately 600,000 tourists to the region serving a broad range of budget to high-end travellers and hosts over 200,000 hotel guests annually. TMG offers a one-stop solution for travellers in the Southeast Asia region, providing touring activities, accommodation, cruises, transfers and transport as well as travel agency services.

Over its 28 years of operations, TMG has grown tremendously from a boutique adventure tour operator in Vietnam under a single Buffalo Tours brand to an integrated travel group in Southeast Asia with 4 main business lines: Travel (operating tours and transportation services), Hospitality (owning and operating hotels), Online (iVIVU.com website for online hotel booking), and Aviation (Hai Au Aviation seaplane & chartered flight services).

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Accountabilities

Internal Audit

• Develop and implement the internal audit framework, focusing on key risk areas such as capital construction projects (e.g., hotel renovation, shipbuilding).

• Design and execute an Annual Internal Audit Plan based on risk assessments, ensuring timelines, personnel allocation, and detailed task assignments.

• Conduct evaluations of internal controls and risk assessments to detect gaps, fraud risks, or inefficiencies.

• Oversee financial reporting processes to ensure accuracy and reliability.

• Collaborate with relevant departments to improve and standardize auditing processes.

• Provide periodic reports to the BOD and Supervisory Board on audit findings and recommendations.

Operational Excellence

• Focus on projects and operations within the hospitality and travel sectors, leveraging practical experience to align auditing practices with industry-specific challenges.

• Review and assess cost management, operational workflows, and resource allocation for construction and other capital-intensive projects.

Risk Management

• Identify and mitigate operational, financial, and compliance risks related to the company’s strategic initiatives.

• Support the development of policies that foster strong internal controls and prevent misuse of resources.

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

Knowledge

• University qualification in auditing/accounting/economics/business administration is required.

• Professional accounting qualifications (e.g. CPA, CIA, ACCA) is desirable.

• Minimum 5 years of operational experience in hospitality or travel industries, ideally within a corporate setting or large group.

• At least 3 years of experience in internal/external auditing preferred.

• Strong understanding of audit principles and methodologies, especially related to capital construction projects.

Skills

• Proficiency in evaluating risks and implementing control measures.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities.

• Effective communication and presentation skills (English and Vietnamese).

• High competency in Microsoft Office and audit management tools.

Attitude

• Proactive and result-oriented mindset.

• Strong ethical principles and high professional integrity.

• Collaborative approach to working across departments and teams.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Working hours: 08:30 am – 05:30 pm, from Monday to Friday. Flexibility may be required.

• Travelling within the country/region if required.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary package with performance bonuses.

• Health care and personal accident insurance 24/7.

• Training programs and professional development opportunities.

• Annual company trips and team-building events.

• 16 days of annual leave and 10 days of sick leave.

• Opportunities to contribute to impactful projects in a dynamic industry.