6478 - Internal Audit Manager

Agensi Pekerjaan Minde Group Sdn Bhd; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Agensi Pekerjaan Minde Group Sdn Bhd seeks an Internal Audit Manager to lead risk‑based audits and strengthen internal controls across the business. You will plan audit work, engage with stakeholders, and guide the audit team through execution and reporting.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in audit and risk management, strong analytical and communication skills, and willingness to travel domestically and internationally. English proficiency is essential for reporting to senior management.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in accountancy, finance or business, or equivalent professional qualification.
• 3–5 years of relevant audit and risk management experience.
• High integrity, accountable work ethic and team‑oriented attitude.
• Strong auditing, analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent presentation and interpersonal abilities; travel occasionally.
• Good spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Develop and prepare a work plan by identifying high‑risk areas to be assessed during the audit.
• Assist in planning and execution of internal audit engagements with stakeholders and audit programs.
• Identify key risk areas, gaps, and weaknesses in internal controls; provide improvement recommendations.
• Prepare audit reports for management and the Board; conduct follow‑ups on action plans.
• Manage audit projects from initiation to completion; perform initial review of team work.
• Support reviews and enhancements of audit processes, procedures and systems.
• Promote robust policies on internal controls, risk management and governance.
• Assist with ad‑hoc tasks, investigations and initiatives to improve the audit function.

Skills

Auditing

Risk management

Internal controls

Stakeholder engagement

Reporting to management

Presentation skills

English communication

Travel readiness

Education

Degree/Diploma in Accountancy / Finance / Business

Job description

About the job 6478 - Internal Audit Manager

Company Overview:

Aprominent Malaysian company has grown into a leader in the engineered wood industry. Initially starting with distribution operations in Singapore, the business quickly expanded across Malaysia and internationally. It specializes in manufacturing laminated wood panels, and wrapped moldings, while also distributing a variety of wood and building materials.

• Develop and prepare a work plan by identifying high-risk areas to be assessed during the audit assignment.
• Assist in the planning and execution of internal audit engagements, collaborating with stakeholders and establishing audit programs to evaluate the effectiveness and adequacy of internal controls.
• Identify key risk areas, gaps, and weaknesses in internal controls, and provide recommendations to relevant business units for improvement.
• Prepare audit reports for management and the Board of Directors, and conduct follow‑up procedures to ensure completion of management action plans.
• Manage audit projects from initiation to completion, and conduct the first review of team members' work.
• Support the company in reviewing and enhancing audit processes, procedures, and systems.
• Actively promote the development of robust policies and guidelines related to internal controls, risk management, and corporate governance.
• Provide assistance with ad‑hoc tasks, investigations, and initiatives aimed at improving the internal audit department.

Requirements:

• Degree/Diploma in Accountancy / Finance / Business or equivalent professional qualifications.
• Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience in audit and risk management.
• High level of integrity and takes accountability of work and good attitude over teamwork.
• Strong auditing, analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong presentation and interpersonal skills.
  
• Required to travel occasionally (domestically and/or internationally).
• Good communication skills, both spoken and written English.