Auditor | Department Unit (Operations Audit)

EPF Malaysia; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

EPF Malaysia is seeking an Auditor to assist the Unit Head in conducting risk-based audits for the Operations Department. The role provides independent assurance to the Board Audit Committee and Management on risk management, governance, and internal controls, while delivering value-added recommendations to strengthen performance and compliance.

The candidate will execute audits, prepare BAC papers, and contribute to ISO 9001:2015 related tasks, impacting organizational risk management and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics, or law.
• CIA, CISA, CGAP, or CCSA certifications are advantageous.
• 4–7 years of relevant auditing, finance, or accounting experience.
• Sound knowledge of accounting principles and auditing standards.

Responsibilities

• Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of Internal Control, Risk Management, and Corporate Governance processes established by Management.
• Support Management with improvement recommendations related to Internal Controls, Risk Management, and Corporate Governance.
• Identify activities for audit coverage by assessing significance and risks in terms of cost, quality, priority, and schedule.
• Contribute to the development of Risk-Based Audit Programs.

Skills

Risk management

Corporate governance

Internal controls

Audit

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CIA / CISA / CGAP / CCSA certification

Job description

Assist the Unit Head in conducting risk-based audits for the Operations Department, focusing on operational risks arising from human error, system weaknesses, operational inefficiencies, and inadequate internal controls. The role is responsible for providing independent and objective assurance to the Board Audit Committee (BAC) and Management on the adequacy and effectiveness of risk management, governance, and internal control processes, while delivering value-added recommendations to strengthen operational performance, compliance, and overall risk management.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of Internal Control, Risk Management, and Corporate Governance processes established by Management.
• Support Management in achieving the objectives of the audited entity by providing improvement recommendations related to Internal Controls, Risk Management, and Corporate Governance.
• Identify activities for audit coverage by assessing their significance and associated risks in terms of cost, quality, priority, and schedule.
• Contribute to the development of Risk-Based Audit Programs.
• Support the planning, review, and continuous enhancement of audit programmes to ensure comprehensive and effective audit coverage.
• Execute audit assignments in accordance with KWSP Management and Board Audit Committee (BAC) requirements, as outlined in the approved audit plan.
• Prepare the Board Audit Committee (BAC) Paper – Audit Findings Report for the audited Operations Department to be presented at the Board Audit Committee Meeting.
• Perform audit tasks related to ISO 9001:2015.
• Conduct special audits to provide insights and reasonable assurance to the Audit Committee and prepare special audit/investigation reports as directed from time to time.

JOB COMPETENCIES & SKILLS

• Possess strong knowledge in risk management and corporate governance.
• Proficient in verbal and written communication in both Malay and English
• Possess strong interpersonal skills, able to work in diverse work environments, and capable of building good working relationships with colleagues.
• Demonstrate integrity, analytical thinking, results-oriented approach, process-focused mindset, independence, multitasking ability, and capability to work both individually and in teams.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Pass in Bahasa Melayu (including oral test) in Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) level or equivalent qualification recognised by the Government.
• Possess a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, Economics, Law, or an equivalent field recognized by the Government, from an accredited higher learning institution.
• Minimum 4 to 7 years of relevant experience in auditing, finance or accounting.
• Possess sound knowledge of accounting principles and the ability to apply auditing standards.
• Possess professional certifications such as CIA, CISA, CGAP, or CCSA, which will be an added advantage.

JOB STATUS

Permanent

All applications are strictly CONFIDENTIAL, and only shortlisted candidates will be called in for interview. Applications are deemed UNSUCCESSFUL if there is no feedback from the EPF 2 MONTHS after the closing date of advertisement.