Chief Executive Office - Auditor - Associate

Deutsche Bank; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangement

Corporate group insurance

Free counseling services

Comprehensive leave benefits

Job summary

Deutsche Bank is seeking an internal auditor based in Kuala Lumpur. This role is crucial for maintaining risk management and governance processes within the bank. You will work independently and collaborate with diverse teams to ensure effectiveness in internal controls.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in accounting and a minimum of four years of relevant audit experience, along with strong interpersonal and communication skills. The position offers flexible work arrangements and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 4+ years’ experience in internal audit function or big-four accounting firms.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and audit software.
• Understanding of financial services regulatory environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain professional relationships with stakeholders within the bank.
• Collect information to assess key risks.
• Cooperate with experts across functions for audit coverage.
• Participate in ad-hoc projects as needed.

Skills

Internal audit experience

Knowledge of internal audit methodologies

Regulatory understanding

Data analytics skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related discipline

Advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., CPA, CIA)

Tools

Microsoft Office

International audit software

Job description

Division & Team

Group Audit (GA) function is a professional, business focused, proactive risk-based global audit team that operates with transparency, integrity, and independence. The function provides a systematic, disciplined approach to examine, evaluate and report objectively on the adequacy of both the design and operating effectiveness of the systems of internal control and the effectiveness of risk management and governance processes within the Bank’s business and infrastructure areas.

Position Overview

Being Deutsche Bank’s ‘third line of defense’ we have a high profile in the Bank acting as an independent and forward‑looking challenger and adviser to Senior Management and are increasingly relied upon by the Regulators.

Our global connectivity provides a stimulating environment and the opportunity to collaborate, network and share knowledge with intelligent colleagues and specialists around the world.

Benefits and Expectations

• Flexible work arrangement
• Corporate group insurance
• EAP – free and confidential counseling, online work‑life resources
• Comprehensive leave benefits

Key Responsibilities

You will become an integral member of a diverse high‑performing audit team in Malaysia. The role reports to the Principal Audit Manager (PAM) for Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam and Sri Lanka in Kuala Lumpur, who in turn reports to the Chief Auditor based in Singapore.

• Proactively develop and maintain professional consultative working relationships within own function and with stakeholders inside the bank and respective support areas.
• Use a range of approaches to collect relevant information to assess key risks, resolve issues or carry out tasks.
• Work in a co‑operative manner with subject matter experts and other teams from across the function and outside the function to provide ‘front‑to‑back’ audit coverage.
• Occasionally participate in ad‑hoc projects.

Skills & Experience

• At least 4 years’ experience in an internal audit function within the financial services industry, or from big‑four accounting firms, with strong experience of leading or participating in audits.
• Good knowledge of internal audit methodologies, Microsoft Office and international audit software.
• Sound understanding of regulatory requirements, the risk and control environment within the financial services industry, investment bank and or corporate bank products.
• Demonstrated experience in proactively building meaningful relationships.
• Sound data analytics skills.
• Questioning mind and professional scepticism.
• Attention to detail and analytical mindset with an ability to multi‑task and work against deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex issues/data simply and clearly.
• Strong interpersonal skills, ethical values and integrity.
• Communication skills in Thai or Vietnamese language would be an added advantage.

Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related discipline. Advanced degree (e.g., Master’s) and professional certification (e.g., CPA, CIA, CAMS, CFE) preferred.

Support & Development

• Flexible working to assist you balance your personal priorities.
• Coaching and support from experts in your team.
• A culture of continuous learning to aid progression.
• A range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your needs.
• Training and development to help you excel in your career.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We welcome applications from all people and promote a positive, fair and inclusive work environment.