External Audit Manager — Lead, Mentor & Drive Quality

Career Wise; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading auditing firm is seeking an experienced Audit Manager to independently manage a portfolio of audit clients while providing guidance to a team of auditors. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of audit experience, with a degree in Accounting or Finance, and a professional qualification such as ACCA or CPA. This managerial position requires strong leadership, integrity, and the ability to maintain client relationships while ensuring high-quality standards in audit practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of relevant audit experience, with 3-4 years in a supervisory or managerial capacity.
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards and audit procedures.
• Ability to manage multiple engagements effectively.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a portfolio of audit clients.
• Lead, supervise, and mentor a team of auditors.
• Plan and allocate jobs based on team capacity.

Skills

Leadership and team management

Technical and analytical skills

Effective communication

Planning and organizational skills

Integrity and professionalism

Education

Degree in Accounting or Finance

Professional qualification (MICPA, ACCA, CPA Australia, CIMA)

Membership of the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA)

Job description

A leading auditing firm is seeking an experienced Audit Manager to independently manage a portfolio of audit clients while providing guidance to a team of auditors. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of audit experience, with a degree in Accounting or Finance, and a professional qualification such as ACCA or CPA. This managerial position requires strong leadership, integrity, and the ability to maintain client relationships while ensuring high-quality standards in audit practices.