AUDIT & ACCOUNTING MANAGER

ERi MIS; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting firm in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia is seeking an experienced auditor to manage external audit engagements. Responsibilities include planning, executing audits, supervising a team, and maintaining client relationships. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in accountancy and is proficient in English and Mandarin. Strong auditing knowledge and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently, meet tight deadlines, and excel under pressure.
• Strong technical knowledge of auditing standards.
• Experience in tax return filing and tax consulting is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and complete external audit engagements.
• Identify findings, assess risks, and provide recommendations.
• Lead, supervise, and mentor a team of auditors and accountants.

Skills

Audit and assurance

Client relationship management

Team management

Technical accounting guidance

Proficient in English and Mandarin

Education

Diploma/Bachelor’s degree in accountancy

Job description

Plan, manage, and complete external audit engagements in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (ISA) or relevant local standards.

Review audit workpapers, financial statements, and reports to ensure accuracy and compliance.

Identify audit findings, risks, and recommendations for process improvement to present to clients.

Ensure timely completion of audit assignments within agreed timelines and budgets.

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of developments in auditing standards and regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Audit and assurance: Plan, execute, and complete external audit engagements in accordance with ISA or local standards; review workpapers, financial statements, and reports for accuracy and compliance.
• Audit findings and recommendations: Identify findings, assess risks, and provide recommendations for process improvements to clients.
• Timelines and budgets: Ensure timely completion of audits within agreed timelines and budgets.

Accounting Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation and review of financial statements for clients in compliance with IFRS and/or local GAAP.
• Supervise the provision of outsourced accounting and bookkeeping services to clients.
• Assist clients with year-end closing, general ledger maintenance, reconciliations, and reporting.
• Provide technical accounting guidance on complex transactions and standards implementation.
• Manage all aspects of the accounting service, from quotation negotiation to report issue.
• Experience in tax return filing, tax consulting, client advisory, and team training on tax matters is a plus. Knowledge of preparing transfer pricing documentation and managing corporate and withholding tax filings is also beneficial.

Team Management

• Lead, supervise, and mentor a team of auditors and accountants.
• Allocate resources effectively across engagements to meet deadlines and quality standards.
• Provide ongoing training, development, and performance evaluations to staff.
• Foster a collaborative and professional work environment.
• Review the work results of the team.
• Complete client accounting & tax outsource work for multiple clients on time and with quality.

Client Relationship Management

• Serve as a key point of contact for a portfolio of clients.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships by delivering high-quality service and advice.
• Understand clients’ business needs and identify opportunities for additional services.
• Support partners with proposals, billing, and client communications.

Requirements

• Diploma/Bachelor’s degree in accountancy.
• Strong technical knowledge of auditing standards in Singapore will be more advantageous.
• Ability to work independently, meet tight deadlines, and excel under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in reading, writing, and communicating in English and Mandarin to effectively communicate with Mandarin-speaking clients.