Senior Executive, Internal Audit (Kuala Lumpur)

Job Responsibilities

• Support the development of the Annual Audit Plan through risk assessments, analysis of business operations and review of previous audit findings.
• Perform risk-based internal audit assignments covering financial, operational and compliance areas in accordance with established audit standards and timelines.
• Review business processes, internal controls and operational practices to assess compliance with company policies, procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Identify potential risks, control weaknesses and process inefficiencies, and recommend practical improvements to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Conduct audit testing, analyse relevant data and maintain accurate audit documentation with sufficient supporting evidence.
• Prepare clear and comprehensive audit findings and draft reports, highlighting key observations, risk implications and recommendations for improvement.
• Engage with relevant stakeholders to discuss audit findings, obtain management feedback and facilitate the development of appropriate corrective action plans.
• Monitor and follow up on the implementation of agreed audit recommendations to ensure identified risks and control gaps are adequately addressed.
• Assist in preparing audit reports, presentations and relevant documentation for Management and Board Audit Committee meetings.
• Stay updated on emerging risks, regulatory developments and industry best practices, while leveraging audit tools and technology to enhance audit quality and efficiency.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Engineering, Information Technology or a related discipline.
• Professional certifications such as CIA, CISA, CFE, CPA or CA would be an added advantage.
• 3–5 years of relevant working experience in internal audit, external audit, risk management or related functions.
• Good understanding of internal audit practices, risk management, corporate governance and regulatory compliance, with the ability to identify control weaknesses and recommend practical improvements.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office. Familiarity with audit software such as ACL, IDEA or data analytics tools would be an added advantage.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, report-writing and communication skills, with good attention to detail.
• Able to work independently, collaborate effectively with stakeholders and manage multiple assignments within deadlines.