Assurance - Audit, Senior

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; Iskandar Puteri; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services firm seeks an Assurance team member in Iskandar Puteri. You will provide independent examination of financial statements, collaborate with clients, and guide junior team members. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s in Accounting or Finance, and at least two years of audit experience. EY offers continuous learning and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Continuous learning opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Diverse and inclusive culture

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required.
• Completion of any professional accounting qualifications required.
• Minimum two years of experience in Audit Services or related field.

Responsibilities

• Contribute technical insights to audit client engagements.
• Establish and maintain relationships with clients.
• Monitor engagement team's progress and adjust plans as needed.
• Execute audit work and present findings to clients.
• Identify risks and escalate issues when necessary.
• Coach and counsel junior team members.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Team-oriented mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

Completion of professional accounting papers (e.g., ACCA, CPA)

Job description

Our Assurance group is one of the most trusted, respected and influential organisations in the industry. As part of our team, you will provide peace of mind to clients by using your skills and experience to give companies, investors and regulators confidence in the validity of financial statements and business-critical information or processes.

Join our External Audit team and you will help our clients meet their reporting requirements by providing an objective and independent examination of their financial statements, timely and constructive discussion with management on accounting and reporting matters, and a robust and clear perspective to audit committees.

The opportunity

You will experience ongoing professional development through diverse experiences, world-class learning and individually tailored coaching. That’s how we develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders, and in so doing, play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.

Your key responsibilities

• Contribute technical insights to audit client engagements and internal projects
• Actively establish, maintain and strengthen internal and external relationships, execute complex assurance procedures, supervise junior engagement team members and help define the audit strategy
• Monitor the engagement team's progress against the plan and alter it when needed
• Execute work and present its findings to the client and their stakeholders
• Anticipate and identify risks and escalate issues as appropriate
• Work closely with colleagues, determine whether the work plan is properly executed, documented and concluded in compliance with Quality & Risk Management guidelines
• Create a positive learning culture, coach and counsel junior team members and support them on their professional and personal development

Skills and attributes for success

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong drive to excel professionally, and to guide and motivate others
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills
• Dedicated, innovative, resourceful, analytical and able to work under pressure
• Foster an efficient, innovative and team-oriented work environment

To qualify for the role you must have

• A bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field
• Completed the designated number of any professional accounting papers i.e. ACCA, CPA, MICPA, ICAEW
• Minimum of two years of work experience in Audit Services or a related field

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Prior working experience in global professional services organization or mid-tier firms will be highly advantageous
• Knowledge of business trends, emerging technical and industry developments

Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident leader equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization.

What we offer

EY offers a competitive remuneration package commensurate with your work experience, where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. We are committed to being an inclusive employer and are happy to consider flexible working arrangements (FWA), where this may be needed, guided by our FWA Policy.

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.