Internal Audit Executive

SmartHire by SEEK; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pacific & Orient Berhad seeks an Internal Audit Executive to join the team and contribute to corporate governance, risk management, and financial integrity at group level.

The ideal candidate holds an accounting degree (or equivalent professional qualification) with at least 2 years in audit, preferably in a listed company, and is fluent in English and Bahasa Malaysia. Travel within Malaysia is required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting or a relevant professional qualification.
• Minimum 2 years of audit experience in an audit firm or internal audit of a listed company, though candidates with no prior experience are welcomed to apply.
• Exposure to risk management is an advantage.
• Proficiency in both written and spoken English and Bahasa Malaysia.
• Report writing skills are advantageous.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel within Malaysia as required by audit assignments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive audits — financial, compliance, and operational, to assess internal controls, risk management, and governance practices.
• Review quarterly management accounts and year-end statutory accounts, including related party transactions, to support accurate financial reporting.
• Deliver value-added insights with practical recommendations to strengthen controls and improve processes.
• Prepare audit reports that clearly communicate findings for informed decision-making.

Skills

Audit experience

Risk management

Report writing

MS Office

English language

Bahasa Malaysia

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Accounting degree

Professional qualification (e.g., CA/ACCA)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our client "Pacific & Orient Berhad" is seeking an Internal Audit Executive to join their team!

Are you looking to build a meaningful career in internal audit within a dynamic, listed organisation? This is an excellent opportunity to contribute directly to corporate governance, risk management, and financial integrity at a group level — while developing your professional skills in a structured and collaborative environment. Whether you are stepping into your first audit role or looking to deepen your existing expertise, this role offers real responsibility and the chance to make a tangible impact from day one.

What you'll be doing?

• Conduct comprehensive audits — Perform financial, compliance, and operational audits to assess the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management processes, and corporate governance practices, in line with accepted standards and approved audit plans.
• Review financial accounts — Evaluate quarterly management accounts and year-end audited statutory accounts, including related party transactions, to support accurate and transparent financial reporting.
• Deliver value-added insights — Provide meaningful, practical recommendations that help the organisation reduce costs, strengthen controls, and drive process improvements.
• Prepare audit reports — Produce well-structured, comprehensive audit reports on assigned activities that clearly communicate findings and support informed decision-making.

Who are they looking for?

• Accounting qualification — A Degree in Accounting or a relevant professional qualification forms the academic foundation for this role.
• Audit experience — Candidates with a minimum of 2 years of audit experience from an audit firm or the internal audit function of a listed company are preferred, though candidates with no prior experience are welcomed to apply.
• Risk management exposure — Prior experience in risk management is an advantage, though not a prerequisite for this position.
• Language proficiency — Proficiency in both written and spoken English and Bahasa Malaysia is required, as the role involves communicating audit findings and liaising with stakeholders across the organisation in both languages.
• Report writing skills — Experience in report writing is an advantage and will help in producing clear, well-articulated audit documentation.
• Microsoft Office proficiency — A good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications supports day-to-day audit tasks and reporting.
• Strong professional attributes — A mature disposition, paired with strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills, will contribute to effective stakeholder engagement and high-quality audit work.
• Willingness to travel — Candidates should be open to travel within Malaysia as required by audit assignments.

We welcome applications from all individuals who are passionate, driven, and eager to contribute — your perspective and motivation matter just as much as your background.

All information received will be kept strictly confidential and will be used only for employment-related purposes.