Assistant Manager, Internal Audit

Executive Recruiters; Selangor; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Executive Recruiters Malaysia is seeking a senior internal auditor to plan and execute risk-based audits across operations, finance and compliance. The role emphasizes governance, risk management and internal controls with opportunities to advise on process improvements.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years of auditing experience, including leadership exposure, and is willing to travel to plantation and manufacturing sites while communicating effectively in English.

Qualifications

• Degree or professional qualification in Accountancy, Finance, Business Studies, Economics or a related discipline.
• Membership in a recognised professional accounting body or the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) is preferred.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in internal and/or external auditing, including at least 2 years at Assistant Manager level.
• Experience in the plantation or manufacturing industry will be an added advantage.
• Strong organisational skills, sound judgement, critical thinking and analytical abilities.
• Results-oriented, highly disciplined and able to work effectively under tight deadlines.
• Willingness to travel extensively, including regular visits to palm oil mills and operational sites.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with excellent command of English and strong report-writing abilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute risk-based operational, financial and compliance audits in accordance with the annual audit plan approved by the Audit Committee.
• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of governance, risk management and internal control processes.
• Assess compliance with company policies, standard operating procedures, applicable laws and regulations, and quality management systems.
• Provide consultancy and advisory support to identify opportunities for business process improvements, stronger internal controls and enhanced operational efficiency.
• Conduct special reviews, investigations and other ad hoc assignments as requested by Management.
• Prepare clear and comprehensive audit reports, highlighting key findings, risks and recommendations for improvement.
• Follow up on agreed management action plans and monitor the implementation of audit recommendations.

Skills

Auditing

Internal controls

Risk assessment

Analytical thinking

Report writing

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Accountancy/Finance

Job description

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13d ago , from Executive Recruiters Malaysia

• Plan and execute risk-based operational, financial and compliance audits in accordance with the annual audit plan approved by the Audit Committee.
  
• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of governance, risk management and internal control processes.
  
• Assess compliance with company policies, standard operating procedures, applicable laws and regulations, and quality management systems.
  
• Provide consultancy and advisory support to identify opportunities for business process improvements, stronger internal controls and enhanced operational efficiency.
  
• Conduct special reviews, investigations and other ad hoc assignments as requested by Management.
  
• Prepare clear and comprehensive audit reports, highlighting key findings, risks and recommendations for improvement.
  
• Follow up on agreed management action plans and monitor the implementation of audit recommendations.
  

Requirements

• Degree or professional qualification in Accountancy, Finance, Business Studies, Economics or a related discipline.
  
• Membership in a recognised professional accounting body or the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) is preferred.
  
• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in internal and/or external auditing, including at least 2 years at Assistant Manager level.
  
• Experience in the plantation or manufacturing industry will be an added advantage.
  
• Strong organisational skills, sound judgement, critical thinking and analytical abilities.
  
• Results-oriented, highly disciplined and able to work effectively under tight deadlines.
  
• Willingness to travel extensively, including regular visits to palm oil mills and operational sites.
  
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with excellent command of English and strong report-writing abilities.