Functional Audit & Business Process Manager

Watsons Malaysia; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an Internal Auditor with extensive experience in audit and risk management. Candidates should have a degree in Accounting, a minimum of 10 years of experience in internal/external audits, and a strong focus on stakeholder engagement. The role involves conducting risk assessments, leading audit teams, and ensuring compliance with policies. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential for successful interaction with senior management.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in internal/external audit, minimum 3 years in managerial.
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Proficient in English communication.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk assessments and develop audit strategies.
• Lead audit team and ensure timely audits.
• Monitor implementation of audit recommendations.
• Review compliance with policies and requirements.
• Business partner with senior stakeholders for improvements.
• Coach and train audit team.

Skills

Leadership in audit assignments

Data analytics for audits

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Education

Degree in Accounting or Auditing

Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)

Job description

Candidate Requirements

1. Candidate must possess at least Degree on Accounting, Auditing, professional qualification or equivalent. Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) with added advantage.
2. Strong experience in leading internal audit and risk management assignments and using data analytics to perform audits.
3. 10 years of experience in internal/ external audit of which at least 3 years in managerial. Strong experience in business process improvement advisory and retail / warehouse operation audits will be an added advantage.
4. Possess good interpersonal and presentation and report writing skills. Independent and experience of dealing with Senior Stakeholders.
5. Good verbal and written communication skills in English.

Job Responsibilities

1. Key member in conducting risk assessment and assisting in developing audit strategy and annual audit plan. In charge of establishing the audit programs and resources management.
2. Lead audit team and to ensure audits (including financial and operations) are conducted on timely basis in a thorough and objective manner within established plans and that recommendations are developed and presented which provide a pragmatic corrective actions and improvements.
3. To monitor and perform follow up review on the implementation status.
4. To review compliance to statutory requirements, Group policies and guidelines.
5. Business partnering senior business stakeholders in providing professional process and controls advisory services for continuous improvements.
6. Lead, coach and train the audit team via regular catch up, coaching sessions and external/internal training.
7. Strong analytical skills and be able to think critically based on available information.
8. Being able to engage with stakeholders in a mature way that strong in presentation and articulation of points, as well as good written communication skills.