Associate, IT Audit & Assurance

Crowe Malaysia PLT; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Crowe Malaysia PLT is seeking an Associate to support the IT Audit team. The role involves testing IT General Controls and assisting with data analysis and audit documentation. Candidates with a Bachelor's degree in Information Systems or related fields are encouraged to apply, including fresh graduates.

The Associate will participate in client discussions and must possess strong Excel skills and attention to detail to ensure compliance with audit standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field required.
• 0–2 years of experience in IT audit or relevant internships welcome.
• Basic understanding of IT control concepts and system processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist in performing ITGC and ITAC testing.
• Support data analysis procedures and validations using Excel.
• Prepare accurate audit workpapers as per documentation standards.

Skills

IT control concepts

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, or related field

Tools

Excel

ACL or IDEA

Job description

Role Overview

The Associate supports the IT Audit team by performing testing on IT General Controls (ITGC) and IT Application Controls (ITAC), assisting with data analysis procedures, and preparing audit documentation. The role involves participating in walkthroughs, executing testing steps under guidance, and helping ensure that system controls and data outputs relevant to financial reporting are accurate and reliable.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in performing ITGC and ITAC testing to support external financial audit reliance.
• Support data analysis procedures such as system-generated report/data validation and GL completeness testing using Excel (and other tools where trained).
• Participate in walkthrough discussions with client IT personnel to understand system setup and process flow.
• Prepare clear, accurate, and well-organized audit workpapers in accordance with firm documentation standards.
• Identify potential control exceptions and flag findings to the Senior Associate or Manager for review.
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with financial audit teams regarding testing progress and dependencies.
• Follow up with clients to obtain required information and supporting evidence.
• Support ongoing knowledge sharing, methodology updates, and continuous improvement activities within the team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, or a related field.
• 0–2 years of experience in IT audit, control testing, or relevant internship/academic project experience. (Fresh graduates are welcome.)
• Basic understanding of IT control concepts and system processes.
• Proficiency in Excel (knowledge of ACL or IDEA is a plus).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to document work clearly and accurately.
• Good communication skills and willingness to work collaboratively across teams.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to follow instructions and meet deadlines.