Audit Senior Executive

SmartHire by SEEK; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency is seeking an Audit Senior Executive to lead diverse audit engagements, review junior staff work, and ensure high-quality deliverables. This role involves a mix of financial analysis, client management, and team mentorship, along with opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of experience, a relevant degree, and proficiency in English, Bahasa Malaysia, and Chinese. The position is based in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia.

Benefits

Continuous learning and professional development support

Career pathway to Audit Manager and Partner roles

Mentorship from experienced audit professionals

Supportive and modern work culture

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of external audit experience in an accounting or professional services firm.
• Fluency in English, Bahasa Malaysia, and Chinese for client communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit engagements for a diverse portfolio of SME and group clients.
• Review audit working papers prepared by junior staff for compliance.
• Perform analytical reviews of financial statements and prepare audit reports.
• Identify accounting or internal control issues and propose recommendations.
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders to ensure smooth audit processes.
• Supervise and mentor junior audit team members.
• Participate in process improvement and digitalization initiatives.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Audit software proficiency

Education

Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

ACCA, CPA, MIA, or equivalent

Job description

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Our client is seeking an Audit Senior Executive to join their team!

This role offers a unique opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio of Malaysian SMEs and Chinese investors. As an Audit Senior Executive, you will lead audit engagements, review junior staff work, and ensure high-quality audit deliverables. You'll be part of a collaborative and tech-driven team that values continuous learning and efficiency.

What you’ll be doing?

Lead audit engagements - Plan and execute comprehensive audit engagements for a diverse portfolio of SME and group clients spanning multiple industries, gaining broad exposure and deepening your technical knowledge.

Review and quality assurance - Review audit working papers prepared by junior staff members, ensuring full compliance with MPERS, MFRS, and ISA standards while maintaining the firm’s high quality benchmarks.

Financial analysis and reporting - Perform analytical reviews and assess the accuracy, completeness, and validity of financial statements, before preparing and finalizing audit reports, management letters, and supporting documentation.

Problem-solving and advisory - Identify accounting or internal control issues during engagements and propose practical, value-adding recommendations that help clients strengthen their financial processes.

Client and stakeholder management - Liaise professionally with clients, auditors, tax teams, and company secretaries to ensure smooth audit processes and maintain strong working relationships.

Team development and mentorship - Supervise, train, and mentor junior audit team members, helping them build their technical and professional skills while fostering a collaborative learning environment.

Continuous improvement - Participate in process improvement and digitalization initiatives that enhance audit efficiency and contribute to the firm’s innovation agenda.

Who are they looking for?

Qualifications: Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; ACCA, CPA, MIA, or equivalent.

Experience: 2-5 years of external audit experience in an accounting or professional services firm.

Skills: Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel and audit software.

Languages: English, Bahasa Malaysia, and Chinese proficiency for client communication.

Why should you consider this opportunity?

Our client offers an attractive remuneration package and other benefits, such as:

Continuous learning and professional development support.

Career pathway to Audit Manager and Partner roles.

Mentorship from experienced audit professionals.

Supportive and modern work culture.

How to apply

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We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and be part of our dynamic team.

All information received will be kept strictly confidential and will be used only for employment-related purposes.

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following languages are you fluent in?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
• How many years' experience do you have as an External Auditor?