Assistant Manager (Audit Quality Assurance & Technical)

Baker Tilly Malaysia; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading auditing firm in Malaysia is seeking an experienced professional to provide technical support and guidance on audit engagements. The role involves conducting training, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and liaising with professional bodies. The ideal candidate holds a degree in Finance or Accounting, has a minimum of 3 years of experience in auditing, and possesses excellent communication skills. Candidates must be residents or authorized workers in Malaysia.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of working experience in the auditing field.
• Familiar with international and local accounting and auditing standards.
• Excellent command in spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and conduct internal and external training.
• Monitor and report on quality control effectiveness.
• Liaise with global/local professional bodies and regulators.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Degree in Finance / Accounting / Economy

Membership in a recognized accounting body

Job description

This role involves providing technical support and guidance on audit engagements and accounting matters. Contributes to the Quality Assurance and Technical team through the application of technical knowledge, participation in team initiatives, and support of the firm’s commitment to maintaining high standards and upholding its reputation for excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and conduct internal and external training relating to professional and regulatory standards.
• Keep updated with the professional and regulatory standards including conduct of research and studies from time to time.
• Assist superiors in researching input to technical queries in relation to professional and regulatory standards.
• Monitor and report on the operating effectiveness of the Firm’s level of quality control.
• Assist to implement changes to the audit methodology in order to maintain compliance with the applicable approved accounting and auditing standards in Malaysia.
• Ensure the quality of audit engagements carried out within the Firm are in compliance with professional standards and the Firm’s requirement.
• Liaise with various global/local professional bodies and regulators on the current development issues in the industry.
• Assist in any other ad-hoc projects or assignments which may be assigned from time to time.

Key Requirements

• Degree in Finance / Accounting / Economy or equivalent qualification.
• Member of a recognised accounting body (i.e. MIA, ACCA, CPA, MICPA, ICAEW or equivalent).
• Minimum 3 years of working experience in the auditing field.
• Familiar with international and local accounting a well as auditing standards.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with excellent command in spoken and written English.
• High degree of self‑motivation, results oriented and able to work independently.
• Strong analytical skills and problem‑solving capabilities.

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Candidates must be resident in Malaysia, or have the right to work in Malaysia.