Audit Senior Associate (External Audit)

Ecovis; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an experienced Audit Manager to lead audit assignments and ensure compliance with accounting standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and technical skills, guiding a team through various audit processes while maintaining effective communication with clients and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of accounting and auditing principles.
• Experience in leading audit assignments and teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit assignments from start to finish.
• Perform audit fieldwork and document findings.
• Review audit reports and present recommendations.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Technical Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

Professional Qualification (MICPA, ACCA, ICAEW, ICA, ICAA, CPA(A), CIMA)

Tools

MS Office

ProSystem fx Engagement

Job description

Actively establish, maintain, and strengthen internal and external relationships, and execute assurance procedures.

Working under the supervision of an Assurance Assistant Manager, Manager, or Senior Manager, assist in executing audit work and presenting findings to clients.

Contribute technical insights to audit client engagements and internal projects.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Lead a team in participating in audit assignments from start to finish, including:

• Performing audit fieldwork
• Documenting and compiling audit working papers
• Identifying issues, presenting audit findings and recommendations, and conducting follow-up actions within tight deadlines
• Reviewing audit reports

Ensure a solid understanding of accounting and auditing principles (e.g., MFRS/IFRS/MPERS/CA 2016 and ISA).

Supervise Assurance Associates and facilitate team needs and requirements.

Develop and maintain effective communication with peers, superiors, and external parties.

REQUIREMENTS

• Possess at least a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance, or hold a full or partial professional qualification (MICPA, ACCA, ICAEW, ICA, ICAA, CPA(A), or CIMA)
• Proficient in MS Office applications; knowledge of ProSystem fx Engagement is an advantage
• Strong technical skills, excellent interpersonal abilities, and leadership qualities
• Team player with a strong sense of responsibility
• Willing to learn and travel