Audit Assistant 2 - Assurance (Audit Services)

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; West Coast Division; On-site; MYR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services firm is seeking an Audit Assistant to join their External Audit team in Malaysia. The role involves engaging with clients, supporting audit engagements, and documenting audit procedures. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, along with 1-2 years of relevant experience. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are essential. The firm offers a competitive remuneration package and opportunities for continuous learning.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Continuous learning opportunities

Diverse and inclusive culture

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 to 2 years of work experience in Audit Services or a related field.
• Strong drive to excel professionally and guide others.

Responsibilities

• Develop an understanding of the audit client’s business.
• Interact with clients to collect necessary information.
• Support the planning, execution, and delivery of assurance engagements.
• Document the execution of specific audit procedures.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Team-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field / ACCA

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

As an Audit Assistant, you will work on various audit engagements in different industry sectors in which Ernst & Young is acknowledged as a market leader, specifically: financial services, energy and utilities, oil and gas, telecommunications, industrial products, automotive, retail and consumer products, real estate, etc. You will:

• Develop an understanding of the audit client’s business
• Interact with the clients in order to collect all the necessary data/information, set-up and maintain audit files, prepare leads, etc.
• Support the planning, execution and delivery of assurance engagements
• Clearly and accurately document the execution of specific audit procedures as defined by the engagement objectives, audit client's engagement history, and planned audit approach
• Recognize potential audit issues or unusual relationships from basic analysis of the financial statements and communicate them to the assurance team

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 / ACCA or pass at least fundamental levels of ACCA
• Minimum of 1 to 2 years of work experience in Audit Services or a related field

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Work experience in a recognized professional services firm will be advantageous

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 tobeingan 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.

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.