Audit Associate

Kreston John & Gan; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading auditing firm in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an Audit Associate. This role includes responsibilities in auditing and supports team collaboration. Candidates must have a degree in Accounting or Finance, with 1-2 years of experience preferred but fresh graduates are welcomed. Benefits include professional development opportunities and a flexible work-from-home arrangement.

Benefits

ACCA approved employer - Professional Development

Sponsorship for studies

Performance bonus

Travel Pass provided

Flexible work from home

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in audit or accounting; fresh graduates welcomed for entry-level.
• Professional Accounting Qualification or degree holders in Accounting/Finance.
• Strong report writing and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Work on audit assignments under supervision.
• Prepare audit working papers and reports.
• Perform statutory audits and compile results for review.
• Contribute to team success and deliver quality work.

Skills

Professional Accounting Qualification

Ability to travel

Organised and reliable

Flair in numerals

Good command in English

Education

Degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Job Overview

The role offers the opportunity to work on high-impact, varied projects that contribute to shaping expertise and driving future career advancement. Team members are entrusted with critical responsibilities in ensuring financial accuracy, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence for clients across multiple industries.

Job Responsibilities

• Work on audit related assignments under the supervision and guidance of audit seniors and managers.
• Preparation of audit working papers and audit reports in accordance with the relevant standards and requirements.
• Perform audit field work and ensure that audit working papers are compiled properly for Supervisors’/Managers’ review and all review notes are properly cleared.
• Perform statutory audit in the office of company secretary.
• Contribute to the overall success of engagement and support team members by delivering quality work within the appropriate time scales and adhering to the methodologies.
• Any other jobs assigned by Directors/Managers/Supervisors.

Requirements

• At least 1–2 years of working experience in audit or accounting (Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply for entry-level positions).
• Professional Accounting Qualification or a Degree holders majoring in Accounting or Accounting & Finance/ equivalent.
• Ability to travel on work assignments.
• Organised and reliable with a sense of responsibility and integrity.
• Flair in numerals, report writing and presentation skills.
• Good command in both written and spoken English.

Benefits

• ACCA approved employer - Professional Development and Trainee Development (Gold).
• Sponsorship/ Articleship for study.
• Performance bonus/ Career advancement.
• Easy access to public transport (10 min walk from KLCC LRT).
• My50 Travel Pass provided.
• Flexi work from home arrangement (subject to approval).
• Special leave entitlement.
• Personal development and training opportunities.
• Exposure to corporate exercises and public listed company engagements.
• Global network and cross borders exposure.

Unlock job insights

Your application will include the following questions:

• How would you rate your English language skills?
• How many years of auditing experience do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have as an Audit Associate?
• Are you willing to travel for this role when required?