Assurance - Experienced Audit Manager (DTC)

EY; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services firm in Malaysia seeks an experienced individual for their External Audit team. The role requires a recognized degree in accounting or finance and at least eight years of relevant experience. You will manage audit engagements, lead teams, and contribute to client confidence in financial statements. EY offers a competitive remuneration package and continuous learning opportunities in an inclusive environment.

Benefits

Continuous learning

Flexible working arrangements

Coaching and leadership support

Inclusive culture

Qualifications

• Recognized university degree with specialization in accounting, finance or related field.
• Minimum of eight years relevant experience in a professional services environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage engagements by defining the audit strategy.
• Execute complex audit procedures.
• Establish and maintain relationships with clients.
• Identify risks and elevate issues.
• Coach junior team members.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Team-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Professional accounting qualification

MIA registered member

Job description

Our Assurance group is one of the most trusted, respected and influential organizationin the industry. As part of our team, you will provide peace of mind to clients by using your skills and experience in order to give companies, investors and regulators confidence in the validity of financial statements and business-critical information or processes. Groups (or, as we call them, sub-service lines) within Assurance include External Audit, Climate Change and Sustainability Services, Financial Accounting Advisory Services and Fraud Investigation & Dispute Services.

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. In addition, you will conduct timely and constructive discussion with management on accounting and reporting matters, and provide 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. Sound interesting? Well this is just the beginning. Because whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.

Your key responsibilities

• Manage engagements by defining the audit strategy in consultation with the senior manager/partner, and execute it in compliance with Ernst & Young's policies and protocols
• Execute complex audit procedures and lead teams, or parts of teams on engagements, depending on the size of the engagement
• Actively establish, maintain and strengthen internal and external relationships and confirm that work delivered to clients is a high quality
• Anticipate and identify risks and elevate issues, as appropriate
• Create a positive learning culture and coach and counsel junior team members and support them in their personal and professional 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

• Recognized university degree with specialization in accounting, finance or related field / ACCA affiliate
• Completed any of the professional accounting qualification
• MIA registered member
• Minimum of eight years relevant experience in a professional services environment

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Knowledge of business trends, emerging technical and industry developments

What we look for

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. If you’re ready to take on a wide range of responsibilities, and are committed to seeking out new ways to make a difference, this role is for you.

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. Plus, 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.

The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build.

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