Audit Assistant (PG Office)

ACCA Careers; Penang; On-site; MYR 11,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Forvis Mazars in Malaysia is offering an internship opportunity to support audit teams. The role involves assisting seniors in audits, understanding Mazars’ audit approach, and compiling documentation to support opinions.

Strong communication and teamwork are essential, with eligibility for accounting qualifications encouraged. Applicants should be resident in Malaysia and pursuing a professional accounting qualification; completed CAT/CFAB or Diploma in Accounting is preferred.

Qualifications

• Pursuing professional accounting qualifications is encouraged.
• Completed CAT/CFAB/Diploma in Accounting or equivalent.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Assist seniors in audit assignments.
• Develop understanding of Mazars’ audit approach, methodology & tools.
• Conduct audit procedures and collect documentation to support the audit opinion.
• Establish professional working relationships with clients.
• Contribute actively to all activities of the audit department.
• Perform any other assignments deemed appropriate by supervisor.

Skills

English fluency

Client service orientation

Team player

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Education

CAT/CFAB/Diploma in Accounting

Pursuing Professional Qualification in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Why join us

Forvis Mazars, Grow. Belong. Impact. We are looking for talent to support and assist in audit, analysis of controls and processes, preparation and review of audit documentation for corporate governance and financial reporting.

Why join us

At Forvis Mazars we’re always looking ahead – for you, our clients and the communities we’re part of. Together, we grow, belong and impact. We’ll support you to learn, explore and grow as you take this journey with us. Here, you’ll feel safe to share bold ideas and unique perspectives. After all, success comes from working together. With us, you’ll belong to your local team, gain global experience and have an impact – now and in the future. Forvis Mazars, Grow. Belong. Impact. We are looking for talent to support and assist in audit, analysis of controls and processes, preparation and review of audit documentation for corporate governance and financial reporting.

Main Tasks

• Assisting seniors in audit assignment.
• Develop understanding of the Mazars’ audit approach, methodology & tools
• Conduct audit procedures and collect adequate documentation to support the audit opinion
• Establish professional working relationships with clients
• Contribute actively to all activities of the audit department
• Any other assignments and task from the superior which deem to be appropriate and relevant.

Education

• Completed CAT/CFAB/Diploma in Accounting, or qualification in any discipline.

Working Experience

• Student pursuing any Professional Qualification in Accounting are encouraged to apply.
• Drive for client service excellence.
• Good team player

Technical & Professional Knowledge / Membership

• Prefer student member in any relevant professional bodies.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Functional knowledge and skills in using Microsoft applications, i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Fluent in English both written and spoken.

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