Audit Manager

YH Tan & Associates PLT; Puchong; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Miscellaneous allowance

Education support

Annual company trip

Professional exam bonus

Job summary

YH Tan & Associates PLT is a Malaysia-based audit firm registered with the Audit Oversight Board (AOB). We seek an experienced Audit Manager to lead PIE and AOB-audited engagements, ensuring quality and regulatory compliance.

The role emphasizes staff development, client relationship management and strengthening our AOB/PIE practice. Mandarin communication is essential, with strong English/Bahasa Malaysia skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or professional qualification in Accountancy, Finance or an equivalent discipline.
• At least five years of relevant external audit experience, including managing engagements and leading teams.
• Hands-on experience in audits of public interest entities or engagements subject to AOB oversight.
• Experience in preparing engagements for AOB inspections and internal quality reviews.
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian auditing standards (MFRS/MPERS) and Companies Act 2016.
• Familiarity with AOB expectations, ISQM 1/2 and ISA 220 (Revised).
• Membership in MIA or another recognised body preferred.
• Mandarin proficiency is required; fluent English and Bahasa Malaysia.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage audit engagements from planning through completion with high-quality delivery.
• Manage audits of public interest entities and AOB-overseen engagements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable auditing standards, regulations and regulatory bodies.
• Review audit strategies, risk assessments, materiality, procedures and working papers.
• Identify significant matters and coordinate technical consultations and resolutions.
• Coordinate engagement quality reviews and clear findings before report.
• Draft auditor’s reports and regulatory communications with management and boards.
• Coach and mentor audit team members and drive professional development.
• Manage client portfolios, budgets, deadlines, billing and performance targets.
• Present findings and control weaknesses to management and audit committees.

Skills

PIE audits

AOB knowledge

Mandarin proficiency

Leadership

Stakeholder management

English communication

Bahasa Malaysia communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy/Finance

Professional accounting body (MIA) membership preferred

Job description

YH Tan & Associates PLT is a fast-growing Malaysian audit firm registered with the Audit Oversight Board (AOB). We provide audit and assurance services to privately owned businesses, corporate groups and public interest entities across a diverse range of industries.

As we continue to strengthen and expand our AOB and PIE audit practice, we are seeking an experienced and driven Audit Manager with hands‑on experience in managing audits of public interest entities or engagements subject to AOB oversight.

This is an opportunity to move beyond traditional audit management and play a key role in shaping the firm’s audit quality, technical capabilities and future growth.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage audit engagements from planning through completion, ensuring high-quality and timely delivery.

Manage audits of public interest entities and other engagements subject to AOB oversight.

Ensure engagements comply with applicable Malaysian Approved Standards on Auditing, MFRS, MPERS, the Companies Act 2016 and relevant AOB, Securities Commission Malaysia and Bursa Malaysia requirements, where applicable.

Review audit strategies, risk assessments, materiality, audit procedures, working papers and financial statements.

Review significant and high-risk audit areas, including revenue recognition, accounting estimates, expected credit losses, going concern, related‑party transactions and group audits.

Ensure audit documentation is robust, properly supported and ready for internal quality reviews or regulatory inspections.

Identify significant audit and financial reporting issues, conduct technical consultations and ensure that matters are appropriately resolved and documented.

Coordinate engagement quality reviews and ensure all significant findings are cleared before the auditor’s report is issued.

Evaluate key audit matters and assist in drafting appropriate auditor’s reports and other regulatory communications.

Supervise, coach and mentor audit team members while promoting technical excellence and continuous professional development.

Manage client portfolios, engagement budgets, deadlines, billings and performance targets.

Present audit findings, internal control weaknesses and practical recommendations to management, audit committees and boards of directors.

Maintain strong and professional client relationships while safeguarding auditor independence.

Work closely with the partners and senior management to strengthen the firm’s audit quality management system and develop its AOB/PIE audit practice.

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor’s degree or professional qualification in Accountancy, Finance or an equivalent discipline.

At least five years of relevant external audit experience, including experience managing audit engagements and leading audit teams.

Hands‑on experience in audits of public interest entities, public listed companies or engagements subject to AOB oversight is essential.

Experience in preparing engagements for AOB inspections, internal quality reviews or engagement quality reviews would be highly advantageous.

Strong working knowledge of Malaysian Approved Standards on Auditing, MFRS, MPERS, the Companies Act 2016 and applicable regulatory requirements.

Familiarity with AOB expectations, audit quality management, ISQM 1, ISQM 2 and ISA 220 (Revised).

Membership in MIA or another recognised professional accounting body is preferred.

Working knowledge of Malaysian corporate taxation, including the Income Tax Act 1967, would be beneficial.

Experience in transfer pricing matters would be an added advantage.

Proficiency in Mandarin is required, as the role involves regular communication with Mandarin‑speaking clients.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Bahasa Malaysia.

Strong leadership, coaching and stakeholder‑management capabilities.

Excellent analytical, problem‑solving and professional judgement skills.

Able to manage multiple engagements independently while maintaining high standards of audit quality and regulatory compliance.

Why Join Us?

Strategic Leadership Opportunity
Play an important role in building and strengthening our AOB and PIE audit practice.

Direct Partner Exposure
Work closely with the firm’s partners on significant engagements, technical matters and strategic initiatives.

Competitive Remuneration
Receive a compensation package that recognises your experience, technical capabilities and contribution.

Comprehensive Benefits
Enjoy health, dental and retirement benefits designed to support your well‑being and long‑term security.

Professional Development
Gain exposure to complex engagements, regulatory requirements and advanced audit and financial reporting matters.

Career Advancement
Benefit from a clear pathway towards senior leadership and potential ownership within the firm.

If you have the technical expertise, leadership capabilities and ambition to help develop a growing AOB‑registered audit practice, we would like to hear from you.

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YH Tan & Associates is a boutique Chartered Accounting Firm providing assurance services primarily to SMEs in Malaysia. We are young growing firm and offering young professional with positive attitude to come forward to join and grow with us. We are member of an elite group which provides range of professional services, namely auditing, consultancy and other matters. Our client are involved in diverse industries such as retailing, manufacturing, construction, food and beverages, services, education, investment holding and others. Our Mission is “To be your comprehensive trusted Business Partner who takes care of all the TEDIOUS and COMPLICATED compliances and business administrative matters in order for you to focus in growing and sustaining your business”. Our value is to “create a sense of shared identity within the firm, defining what we stand for and how we do things”.

YH Tan & Associates is a boutique Chartered Accounting Firm providing assurance services primarily to SMEs in Malaysia. We are young growing firm and offering young professional with positive attitude to come forward to join and grow with us. We are member of an elite group which provides range of professional services, namely auditing, consultancy and other matters. Our client are involved in diverse industries such as retailing, manufacturing, construction, food and beverages, services, education, investment holding and others. Our Mission is “To be your comprehensive trusted Business Partner who takes care of all the TEDIOUS and COMPLICATED compliances and business administrative matters in order for you to focus in growing and sustaining your business”. Our value is to “create a sense of shared identity within the firm, defining what we stand for and how we do things”.

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Perks and benefits Miscellaneous allowance Education support Annual Company Trip, Professional Exam Bonus.