Audit Associate — Risk & Controls Specialist

Great Eastern; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 67,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Eastern in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an Internal Audit professional to understand and apply the Group Internal Audit methodology under supervision. You will execute field work using the Risk Control Matrix, document findings within the scope and time frame, and perform general control reviews across business units.

You will help plan audits by identifying objectives, risks, and controls, and you will analyze design gaps and opportunities for improvement.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accountancy, Finance or equivalent professional qualifications such as CPA, ACCA, CFA, CIA and CISA.
• 1–2 years of relevant working experience; fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Office.
• High level of integrity, accountability and good teamwork attitude.
• Initiative to improve processes and adaptability to change.

Responsibilities

• Understand the Internal Audit methodology prescribed in the Group Internal Audit manual and apply it under supervision.
• Execute audit field work by following and completing test steps prepared in the Risk Control Matrix (RCM).
• Document work within the planned scope and time frame; perform general control reviews.
• Contribute to planning specific audits by identifying objectives, risks and controls.
• Identify process design gaps and improvement opportunities; detect instances of over-control during walkthroughs.
• Perform audit tests to identify operating effectiveness issues; identify root causes and provide improvement recommendations.
• Assist in drafting audit observations and audit reports to standards with clear evidence.
• Provide opinion on overall effectiveness of risk management and control; perform follow-up on action plans.
• Collaborate with the team, share ideas, and support team lead and reviewers; maintain positive attitude.
• Communicate resource needs; build good working relationships; use data analytics and audit management tools effectively.
• Maintain awareness of regulatory compliance risks and industry trends to safeguard the company.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Integrity & accountability

Initiative & adaptability

Education

Degree in Accountancy, Finance or equivalent professional qualifications such as CPA, ACCA, CFA, CIA and CISA

Tools

Audit management system

Data analytics software

Job description

Great Eastern in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an Internal Audit professional to understand and apply the Group Internal Audit methodology under supervision. You will execute field work using the Risk Control Matrix, document findings within the scope and time frame, and perform general control reviews across business units.

You will help plan audits by identifying objectives, risks, and controls, and you will analyze design gaps and opportunities for improvement.