Internal Audit Associate

ASAP MANAGEMENT SERVICES; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

ASAP Management Services is seeking an Internal Audit Associate to join our growing advisory team in Malaysia. Fresh graduates or junior professionals will gain exposure to internal audit, risk management, corporate governance and advisory services.

You will work on risk-based audits across various industries, document processes, test controls and contribute to practical recommendations for client engagements. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Experience in internal audit, external audit, risk, compliance or governance is advantageous.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and conducting risk-based internal audit assignments.
• Understand and document clients' business processes, risks and internal controls.
• Perform walkthroughs, interviews, sampling, data analysis and control testing.
• Evaluate the design and effectiveness of internal controls.
• Identify control weaknesses and opportunities for improvement.
• Draft clear internal audit reports and support documentation.
• Participate in client meetings and closing discussions.
• Follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

ASAP Management Services is looking for an Internal Audit Associate to join our growing advisory team. This role is suitable for fresh graduates or junior professionals who are interested in internal audit, risk management, corporate governance and business advisory. You will gain exposure to different industries, business processes and listed-company environments.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in planning and conducting risk-based internal audit assignments.
• Understand and document clients' business processes, risks and internal controls.
• Perform walkthroughs, interviews, sampling, data analysis and control testing.
• Evaluate the design and effectiveness of internal controls.
• Identify control weaknesses, operational issues and areas for improvement.
• Assist in developing practical recommendations to address audit findings.
• Prepare audit working papers and supporting documentation.
• Assist in drafting clear and concise internal audit reports.
• Participate in client meetings, fieldwork discussions and closing meetings.
• Follow up on the implementation of agreed audit recommendations.

About you

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent qualification in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, Risk Management, Forensic Science, Data Analytics or a related discipline.
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Candidates with experience in internal audit, external audit, risk, compliance or governance will have an advantage.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to think critically, ask appropriate questions and analyse issues beyond checklist compliance.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Good command of English and Bahasa Malaysia.
• Possess a valid driving licence and own transport.
• Willing to travel for client assignments when required.
• Practical exposure to internal audit, enterprise risk management and corporate governance.
• Opportunities to work with clients from different industries.
• Exposure to listed-company governance, risk and compliance environments.
• Direct involvement in real client engagements.
• Structured on-the-job learning and professional development.
• Opportunity to develop skills in business processes, risk assessment, internal controls and professional report writing.
• Career development opportunities within the advisory function.

About us

ASAP Management Services is an advisory firm looking for someone who is curious about how businesses operate, where risks arise and how processes can be improved. At ASAP, internal audit is not simply about completing checklists. You will be expected to understand the business, identify the root cause of issues and contribute to practical recommendations.