Assessment Specialist - Admissions

CPA Australia; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Two days in office

Paid parental leave

Study leave

Professional development

Global organisation

Job summary

CPA Australia is seeking six Assessment Specialists - Admissions to join the Kuala Lumpur team on a fixed-term contract. You will assess membership applications, review qualifications, and determine eligibility across multiple admission pathways.

Reporting to the Team Leader, Admissions, you will verify documents, ensure compliance, and produce concise assessment outcomes while delivering a positive applicant experience in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in admissions, credential evaluation, or a compliance-focused role.
• Understanding of higher education qualifications and assessment frameworks.
• Experience reviewing official documents from applicants.

Responsibilities

• Assess membership applications against CPA Australia policies and requirements.
• Evaluate academic qualifications and professional memberships from around the world.
• Review employment history and experience-based pathway applications.
• Verify supporting documentation and support fraud detection processes.
• Produce accurate, concise assessment outcomes with timely delivery.
• Maintain applicant records in internal systems and CRM platforms.
• Respond to complex enquiries and escalated cases.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure a positive applicant experience.

Skills

Admissions assessment

Credential evaluation

Qualification assessment

Student administration

Migration assessment

Compliance

English communication

Education

Tertiary qualification in Business/Commerce/Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

CRM systems

Job description

Assessment Specialist – Admissions (6 Positions)

Assess qualifications and work experience for CPA Australia membership eligibility

Fixed Term Contract (3 November 2026 - December 2027)

Hybrid Working | Minimum 2 Days in Office | Full Time M-F | KL, Malaysia (Bangsar)

Applications Close: Friday 18th of September

Help Shape the Future of the Accounting Profession

At CPA Australia, we're passionate about supporting aspiring accounting professionals on their journey to membership. We're currently looking for six Assessment Specialists - Admissions to join our Admissions team in Kuala Lumpur on a fixed-term contract.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone with experience in higher education admissions, qualification assessment, student services, migration assessment, professional membership organisations, or credential evaluation who enjoys working in a structured, compliance-driven environment.

If you're highly organised, detail-oriented, and enjoy analysing qualifications and work experience against established policies and standards, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

Reporting to the Team Leader, Admissions, you will be responsible for assessing membership applications across multiple admission pathways. You'll review academic qualifications, professional memberships, and work experience submissions to determine eligibility for CPA Australia membership.

This is a high-volume assessment role requiring strong analytical thinking, sound judgement, excellent written communication skills, and a commitment to accuracy and quality.

What You'll Be Doing

• Assess membership applications against CPA Australia admission policies and eligibility requirements
• Evaluate accredited and non-accredited academic qualifications from institutions around the world
• Review employment history and experience-based pathway applications
• Verify supporting documentation, identify inconsistencies, and support fraud detection processes
• Research educational institutions, qualification frameworks, and professional bodies
• Produce accurate, concise, and timely written assessment outcomes
• Maintain accurate applicant records and data within internal systems and CRM platforms
• Respond to complex application enquiries and escalated cases
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to deliver exceptional applicant experiences

About You

You are someone who enjoys applying policies and guidelines consistently while maintaining a strong customer focus. You have excellent attention to detail and are comfortable making evidence-based decisions in a structured environment.

To be successful, you'll bring:

• Experience in admissions, credential evaluation, qualification assessment, student administration, migration assessment, or a similar compliance-focused role
• Strong understanding of higher education qualifications and assessment frameworks
• Experience reviewing and validating official documentation from applicants
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to manage high volumes of work while maintaining accuracy
• A proactive approach to problem solving and research
• Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel

Highly Regarded

• Experience within an educational institution, professional body, accounting organisation, or migration sector
• Knowledge of international qualifications and recognition frameworks
• Familiarity with accounting, business, commerce, or related tertiary programs
• Tertiary qualification in Business, Commerce, Accounting or a related discipline

Applicants must have the right to work and be based in Malaysia.

All successful candidates will commence together on 3 November 2026.

Annual leave restrictions may apply during peak assessment periods.

Why We Love Working at CPA Australia

• Inclusive culture– We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to thrive.
• People-first culture– Work alongside passionate, like-minded professionals who strive to be their best.
• Hybrid flexibility– Enjoy the balance of working from home and in the office (minimum two days onsite).
• Wellbeing matters– Access health and wellbeing sessions, learning labs, and a generous reward and recognition program.
• Supportive benefits– Paid parental, volunteer, and study leave, plus the option to purchase additional leave.
• Career growth– Take advantage of learning and professional development opportunities.
• Global mindset – Be part of a truly international organisation with over 20 offices around the world.
• Incentives that reward you– Participate in our annual incentive scheme.
• Fast-paced and purpose-driven– Thrive in a dynamic environment where your work makes a difference to our members and the profession.

About Us:

CPA Australia is Australia’s leading professional accounting body and one of the largest in the world. We have more than 175,000 members in over 100 countries and regions. Our core services include education, training, technical support and advocacy. CPA Australia provides thought leadership on local, national and international issues affecting the accounting profession and public interest. We engage with governments, regulators and industries to advocate policies that stimulate sustainable economic growth and have positive business and public outcomes.

We arevalues-based organisation underpinned by theCPA Australia Way,which is our commitment to each other and a way of working. It is the foundation of our success, experienced and lived by our people, and felt by members.

To learn more about CPA Australia and other opportunities, please visit our Careers page at https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/about-cpa-australia/work-with-us/careers