Internal Audit Executive

TAIKO CONSULTANTS SDN. BHD.; Ipoh; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

TAIKO CONSULTANTS SDN. BHD. in Ipoh, Malaysia, seeks an Internal Audit Executive to evaluate internal controls, risk management, governance, and operational processes. You will conduct audits, identify control gaps, and drive corrective actions with various departments.

The role covers reporting, risk assessment, and collaboration with management to strengthen controls. Bachelor’s degree in related fields and relevant audit experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Risk Management or related field.
• Experience in internal/external audit, accounting, compliance, risk management, or internal controls.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and investigative skills.
• Detail-oriented with ability to identify inconsistencies and control weaknesses.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to work independently and cross-functional.

Responsibilities

• Execute audit plans and conduct internal audits across functions.
• Review processes, records, and controls to assess compliance.
• Identify control weaknesses and areas for improvement.
• Prepare audit findings, working papers, and reports.
• Discuss observations with process owners and management.
• Follow up on corrective actions to ensure timely remediation.
• Assist investigations of irregularities when required.
• Support external audits and regulatory reviews.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Investigative skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Risk Management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Audit software

Job description

The internal audit executive helps the organization in evaluating and improving the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, governance, and operational processes.

The role will be responsible for conducting internal audits, identifying control gaps and process improvement opportunities, and working with relevant departments to ensure appropriate corrective actions are implemented.

Job Responsibilities:

Execute audit plans and conduct internal audits across various business functions and processes.

Review business processes, financial records, operational activities, and internal controls to assess compliance and effectiveness.

Identify control weaknesses, operational risks, process gaps, and areas for improvement.

Prepare clear and well-supported audit findings, working papers, and audit reports.

Discuss audit observations and recommendations with relevant process owners and management.

Follow up on agreed corrective and preventive actions to ensure timely implementation.

Evaluate compliance with company policies, procedures, applicable laws, regulations, and internal control requirements.

Perform risk assessments and contribute to the development of risk-based audit plans.

Assist in investigating unusual transactions, control breaches, or potential irregularities when required.

Monitor and report on the status of outstanding audit findings and management action plans.

Provide practical recommendations to strengthen internal controls, improve efficiency, and mitigate business risks.

Maintain proper audit documentation and ensure audit work is performed in accordance with established standards and procedures.

Support external audits, regulatory reviews, and other assurance activities when required.

Participate in special reviews or ad-hoc assignments requested by management.

Job Requirements:

Candidate must possess at least a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Risk Management, or a related discipline.

Relevant experience in internal audit, external audit, accounting, compliance, risk management, or internal controls.

Good understanding of audit methodologies, internal controls, risk management, and business processes.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and investigative skills.

Good attention to detail with the ability to identify inconsistencies and control weaknesses.

Good written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work independently as well as collaborate effectively with different departments.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel; or audit software is an advantage.

High level of integrity, professionalism, confidentiality, and independence.

Position is to be based in Ipoh.

30250 Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia.

For more information on our Group of Companies, please visit us at www.taikogroup.net

The Taiko Group is one of Malaysia's most dynamic and versatile privately held business groups. The Group's headquarters is based in Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia with operations spread throughout Asia and Europe. The Taiko name is synonymous with dynamic and sustainable growth, sound financial fundamentals, professional management and a strong commitment to quality and excellence.

Taiko Group is in the business of Bleaching Earth; manufacturing and supplying bleaching earth for various edible oil refineries, Hign Density Polyethylene (HDPE) Drums: manufacturing and supply of UN-approved HDPE drums; Chemicals; manufacturing, trading and distributing a range spectrum of chemicals; Machineries; providing blow moulding machineries and moulds to produce HDPE drums and Properties; developing high quality, innovative designs and manage commercial properties.

The Taiko Group is one of Malaysia's most dynamic and versatile privately held business groups. The Group's headquarters is based in Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia with operations spread throughout Asia and Europe. The Taiko name is synonymous with dynamic and sustainable growth, sound financial fundamentals, professional management and a strong commitment to quality and excellence.

Taiko Group is in the business of Bleaching Earth; manufacturing and supplying bleaching earth for various edible oil refineries, Hign Density Polyethylene (HDPE) Drums: manufacturing and supply of UN-approved HDPE drums; Chemicals; manufacturing, trading and distributing a range spectrum of chemicals; Machineries; providing blow moulding machineries and moulds to produce HDPE drums and Properties; developing high quality, innovative designs and manage commercial properties.