Audit Associate

ACCA Careers; Puchong; On-site; MYR 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCA Careers in Malaysia seeks an Audit Associate to assist in planning and conducting engagements in line with MFRS/IFRS/ISA standards. You will perform substantive testing, prepare working papers, and draft reports while maintaining client relationships and adhering to deadlines.

The role offers exposure to audit fieldwork, collaboration with senior team members, and development of accounting and auditing knowledge in a dynamic firm environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Professional qualification or pursuing it is an added advantage.
• Strong knowledge of accounting and auditing standards (e.g., MFRS, IFRS, ISA).
• Good analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Willing to travel and work under tight deadlines. No working experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and conducting audit engagements in compliance with auditing and accounting standards.
• Perform substantive testing, analytical reviews, and control testing as part of audit fieldwork.
• Prepare, clear, and complete audit working papers to support audit findings.
• Assist in drafting audit reports, management letters, and other deliverables.
• Identify and communicate accounting and auditing issues to the engagement team.
• Maintain professional relationships with clients and provide support in addressing audit-related queries.
• Keep up-to-date with developments in accounting and auditing standards.
• Ensure assignments are completed within the agreed timeline and budget.
• Support seniors and managers in coordinating with clients and team members.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Willingness to travel

Ability to work under tight deadlines

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance

Professional qualification or pursuing it

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and conducting audit engagements in compliance with auditing and accounting standards.
• Perform substantive testing, analytical reviews, and control testing as a part of audit fieldwork.
• Prepare, clear, and complete audit working papers to support audit findings.
• Assist in drafting audit reports, management letters, and other deliverables.
• Identify and communicate accounting and auditing issues to the engagement team.
• Maintain professional relationships with clients and provide support in addressing audit-related queries.
• Keep up-to-date with developments in accounting and auditing standards.
• Ensure assignments are completed within the agreed timeline and budget.
• Support seniors and managers in coordinating with clients and team members.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a Related Field.
• Professional qualification or pursuing it is an added advantage.
• Strong knowledge of accounting and auditing standards (e.g., MFRS, IFRS, ISA)
• Good analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Willing to travel and work under tight deadlines. No working experience required.