Audit Associate

All Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading advisory firm in Malaysia is looking for an Audit Associate to plan and execute statutory audits. This role involves preparing comprehensive audit working papers, managing audit jobs diligently, and reviewing compliance with auditing standards. Candidates should possess a relevant degree or professional qualification, with 1-2 years of experience preferred. Fresh graduates are welcomed for the junior position. Strong communication skills in English and Bahasa Malaysia are essential, with knowledge of Mandarin as an advantage.

Qualifications

• Possess a recognized degree in a relevant discipline or a professional qualification.
• Fresh graduates encouraged to apply.
• 1-2 years of experience in a professional accounting practice.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute statutory audits.
• Prepare comprehensive audit working papers and findings.
• Manage audit jobs ensuring timely completion.

Skills

Technical knowledge in ISA, MFRS, and MPERS

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Good command of verbal and writing skills in English and Bahasa Malaysia

Knowledge of accounting software (Autocount, SQL, Xero, Quickbook)

Team player

Education

Degree in Accounting/Finance or professional qualification (CA(M), ACCA, CPA)

Tools

Autocount

SQL

Xero

Quickbook

Job description

Audit Associate (Junior/Semi-Senior/Senior)

• To undertake the planning and execution of statutory audits
• To carry out the audit in accordance with the approved audit plan
• To prepare comprehensive audit working papers, audit findings and obtain sufficient and appropriate audit evidence to support engagement partner’s sign-off the client’s financial statements
• Manage audit jobs assigned, ensuring all jobs are done diligently and timely manner
• To review audit working papers and ensure compliance with auditing standards
• Identify audit issues and propose practical solutions
• Communicating and co‑ordinating with client’s accountant, company secretary and tax agents
• Perform ad‑hoc/other assignments from the superior which deem to be appropriate and relevant
• Follow up debtor aging and collection

Requirements

• Possess a recognised degree in a relevant discipline Accounting/Finance and/or a professional qualification e.g CA(M), ACCA, CPA or its equivalents
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply for audit junior position **
• At least 1-2 years of experience gained in a professional accounting practice
• Familiar and good technical knowledge in ISA, MFRS and MPERS
• Understanding and knowledge of Income Tax (1967), Companies Act (2016) and other laws and regulations governing business entities in Malaysia
• Reasonable knowledge with accounting software such as Autocount, SQL, Xero, Quickbook
• Those with experience in using audit software will have an added advantage
• Good command of verbal and writing skills in English and Bahasa Malaysia.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with people
• Good team player who works collaboratively within and across teams
• To read/write/speak Mandarin is an added advantage
• Pleasant disposition with a positive outlook in life.
• Confident to deal with clients