Open Roles at Acronis

Job role

• Reporting to the Board of Directors and administratively to the Chief Executive Officer, the Group Internal Auditor will drive the Audit Committee’s agenda of enhancing compliance across Acorn by providing independent, objective evaluation and assurance as well as advice designed to add value and improve the organisation’s operations while focusing on internal control systems, risk management and governance. 
• Your core deliverables will include developing comprehensive risk-based internal audit plans, effective risk identification, assessment and mitigation, timely reporting and communication across the organisation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

KEY OUTPUTS AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

Risk Assessment and Management:

• Undertake a risk assessment of Acorn’s systems, processes, and controls, and develop a risk map to be shared with management and the Board.
• Continually develop, review, and enhance strategies for assessing and mitigating risks across operations, ensuring the effectiveness of internal controls.

Internal Audit Planning and Implementation:

• Develop and implement the approved Internal Audit Charter for Acorn.
• Develop and implement an Annual Risk-Based Audit Plan, providing a comprehensive assessment of operating systems, policies, and processes from an internal control, compliance, and efficiency perspective.
• Develop and implement internal auditing policies and procedures. Participate in various committees geared towards policy/procedure development and operational improvements.

Fraud Prevention and Anti-Fraud Controls:

• Engage with heads of functions, external auditors, and subject matter experts in implementing anti-fraud monitoring and fraud prevention controls.
• Thoroughly investigate incidents and prepare comprehensive reports with recommendations aimed at eliminating recurrence.
• Monitor lessons learned from past incidents and ensure that remedial actions are proactively implemented; directly follow up on audits to assess management’s progress in implementing agreed-upon actions.

Reporting and Communication:

• Report and discuss the findings of audit reviews with the Board management and the Audit Committee on a constructive basis to develop the most appropriate recommendations for issues arising.
• Develop strong working relationships with external auditors and stakeholders as required, and follow up on the implementation of their recommendations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or related field, a Masters is preferred.
• Full CPA (K), ACCA, CISA, CIA qualification.
• Certification in IT audits
• Member of a relevant professional body
• At least ten (10) years of experience working in a holding company, five (5) of which must be in a managerial position.
• High attention to detail, excellent analytical and presentation skills
• Strategic and independent thinker.
• Strong leadership, task management, planning and organisational skills.
• Must possess high standards of integrity, ethics, and confidentiality.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships across the organisation.
• Research and investigation skills.
• Highest level of personal and professional integrity

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Purpose of the role:

• The role of a hygiene assistant is to uphold high cleaning standards in a property by conducting daily cleaning and maintenance to ensure residents enjoy a comfortable stay. 
• The Hygiene team assistants ensure they execute daily cleaning and regular maintenance to ensure a clean and pest free property by following the SOPs provided. They also ensure all working equipment are clean & functional, give feedback on resources provided to guide continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

Improved Customer Experience:

• Clean and maintain a property to the highest cleaning standards.
• Identify and report maintenance issues & pest attacks that might lead to customer dissatisfaction.
• Address and interact with residents in a professional manner promoting a care DNA culture.

Operational Excellence.

• Report to work in time and as per work schedule.
• Adhere to SOPs and policies provided and observe health and safety standards in all cleaning activities.
• Efficient use of quality control tools provided.
• Proper use of working equipment by ensuring adequate use, clean them after use and report any repairs needed.
• Execute any spring cleaning/deep cleaning activities scheduled by the immediate supervisor.

Cost optimization.

• Adequate & proper use of cleaning materials & detergents.
• Report any inefficient cleaning materials or detergents that would lead to wastage.

Qualifications

• Diploma/certificate in any hospitality related course an added advantage
• 1-2 years’ experience in housekeeping operations
• Flexible Working hours
• Attention to Detail
• Good communication & Interpersonal skills
• High integrity
• A good team player
• Quick to learn and adapt

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Purpose of the job

• The Senior Financial Analyst is responsible for managing and advancing financial operations of the REITs business managed by Acorn Investment Management Limited ensuring the REITs achieves the objectives outlined to investors. Reporting to the Senior Manager Asset of Acorn Investment Management Limited, the responsibilities include designing and developing complex financial models, analyzing data to identify and quantify risks, and preparing reports on key performance indicators and variances. It plays a crucial role in debt fundraising efforts through the creation of investment materials and engagement with potential investors. Furthermore, the position involves providing in-depth analysis of project returns and cash flows to aid senior management decisions.
• Overall, the role facilitates strategic decision-making, monitors financial performance, manages risks, collaborates internally with key stakeholders, engages externally with investors and regulators, and drives ongoing process improvement across the organization.

Role and Responsibilities

Financial Modeling:

• Performance Monitoring - monthly review of the financial performance of the properties and projects through use of complex financial models. For the properties, this includes monitoring the occupancy and NOI ensuring they meet or exceed the target. For the projects, this includes monitoring the time of delivery and project budget ensuring they meet or exceed the target.
• Annual Plan – establishing financial models detailing the annual budget and plan for the REITs business. For the properties, it includes occupancy, rental escalations and operating expenses. For the projects, it includes site acquisitions, projects timelines, projects budget and projects exit. For the REITs business, it includes running costs, dividend and performance fees.
• Manage the design and development of complex financial models for real estate projects and other projects from time to time as necessary.
• Contribute to ad-hoc financial projects and initiatives as needed, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic business environment.

Analysis and Reporting:

• Risk management – identify and mitigate risks associated with the underlying assets including market risks, financial risks and operational risks.
• Reporting – prepare monthly management reports, quarterly reports to the Investment Committees, AIML Board and REIT Trustees and semi-annual and annual reports in liaison with the Acorn Invesment Management Limited team. These are then presented to various stakeholders such as management, Investment Committees, AIML Board, REIT Trustees and investors to aid in decision making.
• Valuation – aid in internal property and project valuations and identify key risks that would impact valuation.

Continuous Improvement:

• Team development - Stay updated on the latest modeling, valuation, and forecasting tools and international standards and contribute to the development and enhancement of modeling and forecasting tools.

Qualifications and education requirements

• University degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or related business discipline  
• A Professional Finance Qualification, such as a CFA, CAIA, ICIFA, or CISI is preferable 
• +4 years in an analytical capacity in the investment space. 
• Strong numerical and analytical skills – experience with financial modelling. 
• Collaborative team player with strong negotiation, communication and dispute resolution skills. 
• High personal and professional integrity and strong work ethics.

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Purpose of the role:

The Security Assistant is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment within the student residence. This role involves enhancing the customer experience, implementing security processes, participating in safety drills, and ensuring compliance with Tenancy agreement.

Here's what you'll be responsible for:

Key Responsibilities:

Customer Experience:

• Provide a friendly and helpful presence to students, staff and visitors.
• Assist students with security-related inquiries and concerns.
• Conduct foot patrol within the residence and ensure safe and secure environment within the residence.
• Participate in the fire drill exercise every year to test the emergency response preparedness.
• Participate in fire drills and act as a first responders in emergencies.
• Identify maintenance issues and escalate them to the appropriate department.
• Ensure timely follow-up and resolution of reported issues.

Processes Compliance:

• Manage the gate pass and visitor management system to track and authorize entries and exits.
• Ensure adherence to residence security protocols and procedures.
• Implementation and enforcement of security policies.
• Attend and participate in security briefs, meetings and trainings .

Teamwork and Reporting:

• Collaborate with the security team to address security concerns and improve safety measures.
• Report any suspicious activities or security breaches to the Security Team Leader for escalation.
• Maintain accurate logs and records of incidents and follow-up actions.
• Communicate effectively with other team members and departments to ensure a coordinated approach to security.

Qualifications

• High school certificate or equivalent.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle stressful situations calmly and effectively.
• Detail-oriented with strong observational skills.
• Basic knowledge of security systems and procedures.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.
• Minimum 1-2 years’ experience in security industry