Audit and Tax Associate

Zubir Chang & Co. PLT; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable accounting firm in Malaysia seeks an Audit Associate to support statutory audits, draft financial statements, and evaluate evidence for compliance. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and is preferably ACCA qualified. Strong analytical and communication skills are necessary for effective collaboration with clients and team members. This position is suitable for candidates with up to 2 years of audit experience. Join us to enhance your career in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Recognized Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or equivalent.
• Professional Accounting qualification such as ACCA or equivalent is an advantage.
• 0 to 2 years of progressive audit experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist audit team in quality statutory audits.
• Draft financial statements compliant with accounting standards.
• Evaluate evidence and ensure audit documentation is complete.

Skills

Strong technical accounting skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Analytical problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

Professional Accounting qualification (ACCA)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Main Duties, Tasks and Responsibilities

• Assist and support audit team in carrying out quality statutory audit and other assurance services to clients
• Collaborating with team members to deliver high quality statutory audits and delivering a positive client experience
• Work closely with partners, supervisors and team members on client management and practice development
• Draft primary financial statements in compliance with audit functions and accounting standards (e.g. MPERS), regulations and legislation (e.g. Companies Act 2016 and Strata Management Act 2013)
• Evaluate evidence, demonstrate professional skepticism, investigate areas of concern and ensure audit documentation is complete and all significant issues are highlighted to supervisors
• Assess that audit evidence is sufficient and appropriate
• Identify and communicate accounting and auditing matters to supervisors and partners
• Resolve client inquiries and issues relating to audit functions
• Interact with clients to help ensure that the information flow from the client to the audit team is efficient
• Ensure compliance of best practices of all audit procedures and standards
• Check transactions and supporting documents to verify the accuracy of accounting records
• Extract and analyse data from financial records and filing information to prepare draft income tax computations and related supporting documents
• Prepare the computation or assessment of income tax for single companies
• Sceptically verify client income tax submissions and submit on time to the tax authorities (e.g. Inland Revenue Board)
• Identify any allowable claims, or the need to appeal an income tax assessment, in a timely way
• Communicate professionally with the client and the tax authorities in both routine and specific inquiries
• Train, mentor, review and assess performance of Audit and Tax Interns
• Identify performance improvement opportunities
• Improve organisational systems or tools to drive process improvement
• Highlight issues at work which cause ineffectiveness or inefficiencies and recommend solutions
• Work within supervisor’s requirements and give the supervisor regular progress updates
• Keep sensitive client information confidential and disclose only to those who need it or when disclosure is legally required
• Manage time and tasks effectively to meet business needs and professional commitments

Education

• Recognised Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or equivalent
• Professional Accounting qualification such as ACCA or equivalent is an advantage and highly desirable
• In the absence of a Professional Accounting qualification, incumbents are encouraged to pursue a recognised Professional Accounting qualification as part of professional training

Knowledge and Experience

• Strong technical accounting skills with proficiency with MPERS as well as ISA
• 0 to 2 years of progressive audit experience
• Strong business awareness and an ability to identify audit issues arising from commercial transactions

Skills and Abilities

• Strong computer skills including proficiency with various computer applications e.g. Microsoft Office Suite (Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
• Strong verbal, written, presentation and interpersonal skills
• Able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Adapt communication style to meet the needs of the situation and targeted audience
• Strong client service and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, organisation and project management skills, including effectively dealing with difficult individuals or groups
• Build rapport and collaborate effectively with others, creating a positive team environment
• Ability to plan, organise, complete and document audit assignments in accordance with Firm and professional standards, both independently and as part of a team
• Professional business demeanour and attitude commensurate with the serious nature of the work
• Excellent time management skills for working effectively in an environment with known deadlines
• Ability to handle multiple engagements and competing priorities in a rapidly growing, fast-paced, interactive and results-based team environment
• Seek opportunities to learn and make constructive suggestions for improvements