Financial Governance & Internal Control Manager

Zurich 56 Company Ltd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Comprehensive training opportunities

Charitable and community activities

Job summary

A leading insurance firm is seeking a Financial Governance & Internal Control Manager in Kuala Lumpur. The successful candidate will provide independent assessments of internal controls and ensure compliance with internal methodologies. A Bachelor's Degree and over 4 years of experience in Accounting or Finance are required, along with strong communication skills. The role includes supporting internal control testing and handling sensitive financial oversight. This position offers a full-time schedule and aims to foster a culture of diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and 4+ years experience in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent.
• Fully or partially qualified accountant/auditor (ACCA/CPA/IIA/CIA).
• Minimum 3 years of audit experience, ideally with Big 4 or medium-large audit firm.

Responsibilities

• Support the Internal Control Testing team in analyzing financial reporting risks.
• Test sensitive controls involving confidential evidence.
• Review RUs readiness before testing.
• Engage in ad hoc projects to rationalize and standardize controls.

Skills

Accounting

Internal Control Frameworks

Audit Procedures

Risk Management

Strong Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Zurich Certified Insurance Professional

Job description

Financial Governance & Internal Control Manager

Job Summary

To provide independent and objective assessment as to the design and operating effectiveness, in accordance with Zurich’s Internal Control methodology, of the company’s Internal Key Controls in your area of responsibility. Active participation in the development of internal controls throughout the company by ensuring compliance with the Zurich Internal Control methodology.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and 4 or more years of experience in the Accounting, Finance, Actuarial or equivalent
• Fully or partially qualified accountant/ auditor (e.g., ACCA/ CPA/ IIA/ CIA)
• Minimum 3 years of audit experience, ideally with the Big 4 or medium-large audit firm
• Have strong understanding of accounting standards
• Have strong understanding of internal control frameworks, risk management and audit procedures
• Prior internal control implementation or control testing experience preferred
• Insurance industry experience
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Zurich Certified Insurance Professional, including an Associate Degree and 4 or more years of experience in the Audit, Risk, Accounting and Finance area
• General ledger transactional experience
• Experience with Business Objectives or other query tools

Key Accountabilities

• Support the Internal Control Testing Leader and Internal Control Testing Managers in analysing the financial reporting risks for the processes for their Reporting Units (RUs) to direct the testing performed by the co-sourced testing partner for the RUs that have been assigned to them (selecting which processes and controls to test under a risk‑based rotational testing approach, providing direction on application of testing methodology)
• Testing of sensitive controls with highly confidential evidence (e.g. indirect entity level controls such as Board and Management Committees), and any other agreed testing for the RUs
• Review of RUs readiness before testing, as required
• Ad hoc special projects to bring about appropriate risk and coverage, rationalisation and standardisation of controls
• Support the Internal Control Testing Leader and Internal Control Testing Managers in ad‑hoc Internal Control Testing‑related tasks and projects

Business Accountabilities

• Deliver testing of controls such as indirect Entity Level Controls, as assigned
• Complete deliverables as assigned by the Internal Control Testing Leader and Internal Control Testing Managers

At Zurich we are proud of our culture. We are passionate about Diversity and Inclusion. We want you to bring your whole self to work we have a diverse mix of customers, and we want our employee base to reflect that.

Our diversity and inclusion initiatives are creating an environment where everyone feels welcome regardless of protected characteristics.

With the above in mind, we accept applications from everyone regardless of your background, beliefs, or culture. We are committed to continuous improvement, and we offer access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities. Zurich is passionate about supporting employees to help others by getting involved in volunteering, charitable and community activity.

So, make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported, Love what you do. Work for us.

You are the heart & soul of Zurich!

At Zurich, we like to think outside the box and challenge the status quo. We take an optimistic approach by focusing on the positives and constantly asking What can go right? We highly value the experience and know‑how of our employees and offer a wide range of opportunities across business areas to encourage you to apply for new opportunities within Zurich when you are ready for your next career step. We’re proud to have earned Great Place To Work® Certification™. Our company culture is our top priority! #GPTWcertified

Let’s continue to grow together!

Location(s): MY - Kuala Lumpur
Schedule: Full Time
Recruiter name: Jesreena Kaur