Internal Audit Associate (Fresh Graduate / Entry Level)

ASAP Management Services; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

ASAP Management Services in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, is seeking an Internal Audit Associate who is analytical, inquisitive and eager to learn how businesses operate beyond the numbers.

You will work with the engagement team on internal audit, risk management and governance assignments, document processes, perform risk-based audits, and develop practical recommendations for clients. Fresh graduates are welcome; you will gain exposure to multiple industries and reporting requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent qualification in accounting, finance, business, economics, risk management, forensic science, data analytics or related disciplines.
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Candidates with internal audit, external audit, risk, compliance or governance experience will have an advantage.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Willing to travel within Malaysia and overseas for assignments.
• Good command of English and Bahasa Malaysia; Mandarin an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Understand and document clients' business processes, risks and internal controls.
• Assist in planning and conducting risk-based internal audit assignments.
• Perform walkthroughs, interviews, data analysis, sampling and control testing.
• Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls.
• Identify control weaknesses, operational inefficiencies and emerging risks.
• Develop practical and commercially relevant recommendations with the engagement team.
• Prepare and maintain organised audit working papers and supporting documentation.
• Assist in preparing clear and concise internal audit reports.
• Participate in discussions and fieldwork meetings with clients.
• Support enterprise risk management, corporate governance and internal control reviews as required.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

English proficiency

Bahasa Malaysia proficiency

MS Excel/Office

Willing to travel

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

ASAP Management Services provides professional services in Internal Audit, Enterprise Risk Management, Corporate Governance, Business Advisory and related compliance support.

We work with clients across a range of industries, including listed companies and growing businesses, providing team members with practical exposure to different business models, operating environments and governance challenges.

We are looking for an Internal Audit Associate who is analytical, inquisitive and willing to learn how businesses operate beyond the numbers.

Responsibilities

Internal Audit Associate

ASAP Management Services

Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia

Full-time | Entry Level / Associate

About ASAP Management Services

ASAP Management Services provides professional services in Internal Audit, Enterprise Risk Management, Corporate Governance, Business Advisory and related compliance support.

We work with clients across a range of industries, including listed companies and growing businesses, providing team members with practical exposure to different business models, operating environments and governance challenges.

We are looking for an Internal Audit Associate who is analytical, inquisitive and willing to learn how businesses operate beyond the numbers.

Responsibilities

As an Internal Audit Associate, you will work with the engagement team on internal audit, risk management and governance assignments.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Understand and document clients' business processes, risks and internal controls.
• Assist in planning and conducting risk-based internal audit assignments.
• Perform walkthroughs, interviews, data analysis, sampling and control testing.
• Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls.
• Identify control weaknesses, operational inefficiencies and emerging risks.
• Analyse audit findings and determine their underlying causes and potential business impact.
• Develop practical and commercially relevant recommendations with the engagement team.
• Prepare and maintain organised audit working papers and supporting documentation.
• Assist in preparing clear and concise internal audit reports.
• Participate in discussions, fieldwork meetings and closing meetings with clients.
• Assist with enterprise risk management, corporate governance and internal control reviews where required.
• Follow up on management's implementation of agreed audit recommendations.
• Conduct research on relevant regulatory, governance and industry developments.
• Support other advisory and compliance assignments where appropriate.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent qualification in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, Risk Management, Forensic Science, Data Analytics or other relevant disciplines.
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Candidates with internal audit, external audit, risk, compliance or governance experience will have an advantage.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to analyse information critically and ask appropriate questions rather than simply follow procedures.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Able to work independently as well as collaboratively within an engagement team.
• Good command of English and Bahasa Malaysia. Ability to communicate in Mandarin will be an advantage.
• Possess a valid driving licence and own transport.
• Willing to travel within Malaysia and, where required, overseas for assignments.

What You Will Gain

This role is suitable for someone who wants to build a career beyond conventional audit work.

You will gain practical exposure to:

• Risk-based internal auditing
• Enterprise risk management
• Corporate governance
• Internal controls and business processes
• Listed-company governance and compliance
• Operational and financial risk
• Sustainability and ESG-related risks
• Different industries and business models
• Client communication and professional report writing

You will work with experienced engagement leaders and progressively take responsibility for different stages of an engagement — from understanding the business and identifying risks to conducting fieldwork, developing findings and preparing recommendations.

Why Join ASAP?

We believe an internal auditor should understand how a business works, where it can fail, and how it can perform better.

At ASAP, you will not be limited to ticking audit checklists. You will be encouraged to ask questions, understand root causes, exercise professional judgement and develop practical solutions for clients.

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Function: Internal Audit / Risk / Governance / Advisory

Seniority Level: Entry Level / Associate

• Location: Johor Bahru, Johor