Audit Associate (Junior, Semi-Senior, Senior)

Chengco PLT; George Town; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading audit firm in Penang is seeking an Audit Associate and Audit Senior to join their growing team. Responsibilities include handling audits, supporting senior auditors, and mentoring junior staff. Candidates should have relevant degrees and experience in audit. Fresh graduates are welcome for the associate role, while seniors should have extensive experience. The firm fosters a collaborative culture with numerous development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience for Audit Associate; 3-5 years for Audit Senior.
• Fresh graduates welcome.
• Familiarity with accounting and auditing standards.

Responsibilities

• Handle audit assignments and conduct audit procedures.
• Support audit senior and/or manager on audit status.
• Document audit work papers and support engagement partner.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance/Accountancy/Banking

Tools

Microsoft Office

Audit software

Job description

Audit Associate (Junior, Semi-Senior, Senior)

At Chengco PLT, we offer the best and professional career experience to inspire and empower especially young talents. Friendly, highly teamwork spirit and countless of career development opportunities to realize your full potential. We practice a vibrant & energetic office culture. Good performer is always rewarded accordingly. The firm is continuously enhancing and updating its skills, experiences and knowledge to provide sound professional services. We are aggressively recruiting due to significant growth faced by the firm through merger and acquisition.

What will you do

As an audit associate, your job responsibilities will include:

• To handle audit assignments, conduct audit procedures and collect adequate documentation to support the audit opinion.

• To support audit senior and/or audit manager to report on audit work status, progress, critical issues.

• To document and compile audit work papers and obtain sufficient audit evidence to support engagement partner's sign-off of the client's financial statements.

• Contribute actively to all activities of the audit department.

• Any other assignments and task from the superior which deem to be appropriate and relevant.

• Ad hoc Task given by superior time by time.

As an Audit Senior, you will play a crucial role in the company's external audit operations, contributing your expertise to ensure accurate and compliant financial reporting for our diverse client base.

• Conduct comprehensive audits and reviews of financial statements and records for a range of clients across different industries.

• Identify and analyse financial risks and irregularities, and provide recommendations to clients.

• Supervise and mentor junior members of the audit team, ensuring high-quality work and adherence to professional standards.

• Coordinate with clients to gather relevant information and documentation for audits.

• Prepare detailed audit reports and presentations for clients and management.

• Stay up-to-date with changes in accounting regulations and standards, and incorporate them into audit procedures.

Qualifications Requirement (Audit Associate)

Candidate must possess at least Bachelor's Degree/Post Graduate Diploma/Professional Degree in Finance/Accountancy/Banking or equivalent.

Preferable 1 to 2 years experience. Fresh Grades are welcome to apply.

On the-job training will be provided.

Possess excellent communications, interpersonal and team work skills.

Passion for quality work.

Familiar with accounting and auditing standards and passionate for continuous learning.

Competency in Microsoft office and computer literate.

Language: Bahasa Malaysia, English, Mandarin will be added advantage (liaise with Chinese clients).

Qualifications Requirement (Audit Senior)

A bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.

At least 3-5 years of experience in external audit, preferably in a public accounting firm.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and address complex financial issues.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients and team members.

Proficiency in the use of audit software and data analysis tools.

A commitment to maintaining the highest standards of professional ethics and integrity.

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have as an Audit Semi Senior?
• Which of the following Microsoft Office products are you experienced with?
• How many years of auditing experience do you have?