Internal Audit Manager

Mewah Group

Subang Jaya

On-site

MYR 180,000 - 300,000

Full time

13 days ago

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Job summary

Mewah Group is seeking an Internal Audit Manager to lead risk-based audits across manufacturing, warehousing, procurement, inventory management and corporate functions. The role partners with senior management to drive continuous improvement and strengthen the control environment.

The ideal candidate has a degree in accounting or finance, professional certifications, and at least 8 years of internal/external audit experience, including 3 years in a managerial role.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or a related field.
Professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, CRMA or CISA preferred.
Minimum 8 years of internal or external audit experience, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute the annual risk-based internal audit plan.
Lead operational, financial, compliance, and IT audits across functions.
Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, policies, and procedures.
Review manufacturing processes, inventory management, procurement, warehousing, logistics, and cost controls.
Identify process improvements and recommend practical solutions.
Prepare clear audit reports with actionable recommendations.
Track and validate remediation of audit findings and action plans.
Conduct investigations into suspected fraud or control breaches when required.
Liaise with external auditors, regulators, and management on audit matters.
Mentor and supervise audit team members.

Skills

Internal controls

Risk assessment

Governance

Leadership

Audit planning

Education

Degree in Accountancy, Finance, Business Administration or related discipline

Certifications preferred: CPA, CIA, CRMA, or CISA

Job description

Mewah Group is a leading manufacturer and supplier of edible oils, fats and related products. With a global presence and a commitment to excellence, we are dedicated to providing our customers with high-quality, innovative products that meet our evolving needs. Join our team and be a part of our continued success.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Internal Audit Manager to lead and execute risk-based internal audits across our business operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for evaluating the effectiveness of internal controls, governance processes, risk management practices, and operational efficiencies across manufacturing plants, warehouses, procurement, inventory management, and corporate functions.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to partner with senior management and drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance operational excellence and strengthen the organization's control environment.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and execute the annual risk-based internal audit plan.
Lead operational, financial, compliance, and IT-related audits across manufacturing and corporate functions.
Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, policies, and procedures.
Review manufacturing processes, inventory management, production planning, procurement, warehousing, logistics, and cost controls.
Identify process improvement opportunities and recommend practical solutions to enhance efficiency and control effectiveness.
Prepare clear and concise audit reports with actionable recommendations.
Track and validate remediation of audit findings and agreed action plans.
Conduct investigations into suspected fraud, misconduct, or control breaches when required.Support enterprise risk management and governance initiatives.
Liaise with external auditors, regulators, and management on audit-related matters.
Mentor and supervise audit team members, ensuring quality and timely completion of engagements.

Job Requirements

Degree in Accountancy, Finance, Business Administration or related discipline.
Professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, CRMA, or CISA are preferred.
Minimum 8 years of internal audit or external audit experience, with at least 3 years in a managerial role, preferably from a large conglomerate, ideally in the commodity or food manufacturing industry.
Strong understanding of internal control frameworks, risk management, and corporate governance practices and experience performing risk-based audit and control assessments.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
High integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail.
Ability to influence change and work independently.
Good interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across teams.
Willing to travel to manufacturing plants and business locations as required.

Mewah Group is an integrated agri-business focused on edible oils and fats. One of the largest palm oil processors in the world by capacity, Mewah produces a wide range of refined and fractionated vegetable oils and fats principally from palm oil. It also produces oils and fats from lauric oils, such as palm kernel oil and coconut oil; and from soft oils, such as soybean oil, canola oil, sunflower seed oil and corn oil. Featuring integrated operations throughout the edible oils and fats value chain, from sourcing and processing of raw materials to packing, branding, merchandising, shipping and distribution of the products, Mewah’s products are sold to customers in more than 100 countries, duly supported by its wide range of brands including long established and well recognized Oki and Moi brands.

Mewah strives to be a global consumer products business by expanding range of consumer products, offering specialised applications and customer solutions while consolidating its position in oils and fats business.

To support its strategic vision and growth plans, after remaining privately controlled business for over 50 years, Mewah went public in 2010 and got listed on the mainboard of the Singapore Exchange Securities Trading Limited. Since going public, Mewah has invested in a new palm-oil refinery, a palm-oil based dairy manufacturing facility and a biodiesel plant in Malaysia. It has also added rice, dairy and palm-based soap to its product portfolio.

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