Compliance Officer

Asia Recruit; Cyberjaya; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment company in Cyberjaya is seeking a Compliance Officer to review organizational financial and HR transactions for compliance with internal policies. Key responsibilities include conducting operational reviews, data analysis, and report preparation to aid in internal audits. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Finance and has a minimum of one year in compliance or audit, with strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills. Fluency in English is essential, and knowledge of French is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of relevant experience in compliance, internal audit, or risk management.
• Professional certifications in audit or compliance are an added advantage.
• Fluency in English required; knowledge of French is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Conduct periodic reviews of financial transactions for compliance.
• Analyze sampled transactions and highlight irregularities.
• Prepare compliance reports for internal or external auditors.

Skills

Analyzing complex data

Communication skills

Planning and organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Business Administration

Tools

ERP systems

Business software tools

Job description

Job Purpose:

The Compliance Officer will be responsible for reviewing and verifying organizational financial and HR transactions to ensure adherence to internal rules, regulations, and procedures. The role involves post-transactional reviews, data analysis, reporting, and supporting internal audits, contributing to enhanced operational integrity and accountability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct periodic post-review of travel claims, procurement, payroll, human resources, and other financial transactions to ensure alignment with internal policies and procedures.
• Analyze sampled transactions in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs) and record findings, highlighting any irregularities or areas of non-compliance.
• Prepare and present compliance reports and visual highlights (e.g., PowerPoint presentations), including statistical data and recommendations for process improvement.
• Assist in interactions with internal or external auditors by providing necessary data, compliance logs, and analysis results.
• Pool monthly transactions for travel, procurement, finance, payroll, and HR activities for sampling and evaluation.
• Track trends and prepare monthly and quarterly reports on compliance review outcomes.
• Support the development of SOPs, analytical tools, and guidelines to enhance the compliance monitoring framework.
• Perform other relevant duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field from a recognized university.
• Professional certifications in audit, compliance, risk management, or finance are an added advantage.
• Minimum of one (1) year of relevant experience in compliance, internal audit, financial operations, risk management, or business process controls, preferably within an international or large-scale organization.
• Strong understanding of finance, procurement, payroll, or HR operations.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and common business software tools.
• Ability to analyze complex data and identify discrepancies.
• Excellent planning, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to explain findings clearly.
• High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.
• Ability to prepare concise reports and provide briefings or training where necessary.
• Strong judgment, discretion, and professional integrity.
• Fluency in English is required; knowledge of French is an asset.