Executive/Senior Executive Internal Audit

MR DIY Malaysia; Seri Kembangan; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

MR D.I.Y. Malaysia invites applications for an Internal Audit position to conduct risk-based operational, financial, and compliance audits across stores and offices.

You will assess internal controls, identify control gaps, and propose practical improvements while communicating findings to the Audit Manager and process owners. Fresh graduates are welcome; relevant experience in audit or compliance is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Undergo risk-based audits of operations, finance, and compliance.
• Review internal controls and assess risks to mitigate business exposure.
• Prepare clear audit reports and communicate findings with stakeholders.
• Assist in developing audit programs and follow up on recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk-based operational, financial, and compliance audits.
• Provide internal control assurance by reviewing controls.
• Identify areas for improvement and develop recommendations.
• Prepare reports and communicate findings to Audit Manager and owners.
• Assist in developing audit programs for audit assignments.
• Follow up on open audit issues with concise reports and recommendations.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Report writing

Detail-oriented

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration

CIA, ACCA, or CPA

Tools

Microsoft Excel

MS Office

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible to assist in conducting risk-based operational, financial, and compliance audits to ensure compliance with financial reporting standards, standard operating policies and procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• To provide internal control assurance by reviewing the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls in mitigating key business and operational risks.
• Identify areas for improvement, develop recommendations, and perform follow-up reviews to ensure timely implementation of agreed audit recommendations.
• Prepare reports and communicate audit findings to the Audit Manager and process owners, as well as provide value-added recommendations and solutions.
• Assist the superior in developing audit programs to facilitate the execution of audit assignments.
• Follow up on open audit issues and prepare concise audit reports with value-added recommendations to improve the Company's internal control system, risk management processes, governance practices, and compliance requirements.

Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply; candidates with 1–4 years of relevant experience in Internal Audit, External Audit, Compliance, Risk Management, or related areas will be an advantage.
• Basic understanding of audit processes, internal controls, and risk management.
• Good analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Good communication and report writing skills.
• Good attention to detail and able to work independently.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Professional qualifications such as CIA, ACCA, or CPA will be an advantage.
• Willing to travel to stores, branches, warehouses, and other company locations when required.
• For Senior Executive level, candidates should be able to handle audit assignments independently and provide practical recommendations.

MR D.I.Y. is a home-grown enterprise with over 1,300 stores across Malaysia and Brunei. The home improvement retailer has dedicated to make a positive difference in the lives of its valued customers by offering convenience at all its stores nationwide and online at mrdiy.com.my

All MR. D.I.Y. stores are managed directly and the retailer often works in collaboration with owners of shopfront properties or owners of malls. MR. D.I.Y. stores offer a wide selection of SKUs across five major categories, namely hardware; household and furnishing; electrical; stationery and sports equipment products; and others (comprising toys, car accessories, jewellery, cosmetics, food and beverage items, as well as health and personal care).

The Company strives to put its customers first by operating an innovative business that is flexible when it comes to providing a wide variety of products, good quality and value-for-money, holding true to the Company’s motto of "Always Low Prices".