Assurance - Capital Market - Experienced Associate/Senior Associate

EY; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

EY in Malaysia is seeking an Assurance Associate/Senior Associate to deliver audit and non-audit services for clients pursuing capital markets strategies, including IPOs. You will support US GAAP/IFRS accounting, PCAOB and SEC reporting, and work with audit teams across engagements.

The role emphasizes training, stakeholder relations, and travel as needed, operating within EY's Capital Markets practice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance or professional accounting qualification/ ACCA affiliate.
• Experience auditing U.S. publicly traded companies with knowledge of U.S. GAAP or IFRS.
• In-depth PCAOB audits and SEC reporting knowledge.
• Strong communication and project management skills; travel willingness.
• Experience in a globally recognized audit firm and capital raising audits is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver technical accounting and US financial reporting advice across capital markets transactions.
• Support audits under PCAOB and local standards.
• Deliver training on audit standards and methodologies, including digital audit transformation.
• Build relationships with clients’ senior stakeholders and legal counsel.

Skills

US GAAP knowledge

IFRS knowledge

PCAOB audits

SEC reporting

Strong communication

Project management

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/Finance or ACCA affiliate

Job description

Overview

At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. We’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become better, too. Join us to build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

From small businesses to some of the world’s best-known brands, our clients rely on reliable financial statements, information and processes to inform their ongoing strategies. You’ll use your professional skills and experience to handle complex audit procedures across a broad range of industries and responsibilities, delivering trusted advice and services.

The opportunity

As an Assurance Associate / Senior Associate in the Capital Markets team, you will provide audit and non-audit services to clients who are developing and executing transformational strategies, such as launching an initial public offering (IPO) in the U.S., implementing improvements to internal controls and transitioning to either IFRS or US GAAP accounting standards. The Capital Markets team supports our audit teams in applying audit standards and maintaining the firm’s focus on audit quality.

Your key responsibilities

• Deliver technical accounting and US financial reporting advice across a range of clients and capital markets transactions
• Support our audit teams to deliver audits under PCAOB and local audit standards
• Deliver training and coaching to our internal audit practice on developments in audit standards and methodologies, including digital audit transformation and regulatory inspection support
• Expand your network by building relationships with senior stakeholders at clients, their securities legal counsel, and within EY

To qualify for the role, you must have

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance or professional accounting qualification/ ACCA affiliate
• Experience auditing U.S. publicly traded companies with extensive knowledge of U.S. GAAP or IFRS and managing audit engagements
• In-depth technical knowledge of PCAOB audits and SEC reporting
• Strong communication and project management skills and willingness to travel
• Hands-on experience in a globally recognized audit firm and providing audit services to clients pursuing capital raising strategies is a plus

Ideally, you’ll also have

The ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic team-oriented environment.

What we look for

We’re interested in strong team players who support their colleagues in reaching their goals while also considering their own workload and development. If you have the confidence to speak up and influence a team that affects big businesses worldwide, this role is for you.

What we offer

EY offers a competitive remuneration package commensurate with your work experience, where you will be rewarded for your individual and team performance. We are committed to being an inclusive employer and we offer:

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.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.

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