Internal Control Assistant Manager

Onitsuka Tiger; Kuala Lumpur; Vor Ort; MYR 180.000 - 260.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Onitsuka Tiger seeks a seasoned internal control specialist to strengthen SEA governance under J-SOX and COSO. You will own control documentation, support audits, and drive remediation across multiple markets.

Responsibilities include annual self-assessment, process standardization, and collaboration with Finance, Audit, and HQ teams to ensure compliance and robust controls across SEA operations.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor-level degree or higher in finance-related field.
• Professional qualifications such as CPA, CIA, CISA, or ACCA preferred.
• 7–10 years in finance, internal control or auditing, with 3–5 years in control/audit leadership.

Aufgaben

• Develop and execute the SEA internal control framework aligned with J-SOX and COSO.
• Lead annual J-SOX self-assessment and coordinate across SEA entities.
• Support audits with external auditors and ASICS Group Internal Audit.
• Maintain control documentation including RCMs and process narratives.
• Identify deficiencies and elevate remediation progress to management.

Kenntnisse

Strong analytical

Problem-solving

Communication & stakeholder management

MS Office proficiency

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree or above in Finance, Accounting, Auditing, or related field

CPA/CIA/CISA/ACCA (preferred)

Tools

ERP systems

Audit tools

Microsoft Office

Jobbeschreibung

• Support the establishment and enhancement of the internal control framework for SEA entities in accordance with J-SOX requirements and Group internal control policies, including policy documentation, process standardization, and control design.
• Prepare annual J-SOX self-assessment exercise, coordinating with relevant departments across SEA entities to complete control testing and operating effectiveness evaluations, and compiling documentation for submission to Global Headquarters.
• Provide support to SEA region on external auditors and the ASICS Group Internal Audit team during J-SOX and statutory audits, respond to audit findings, assist in developing remediation plans, and track implementation progress.
• Own and maintain internal control documentation, including business process flowcharts, process narratives, and Risk Control Matrices (RCMs) for key business processes such as order-to-cash and financial closing.
• Continuously monitor the operation of the internal control framework across SEA entities, identify control deficiencies and improvement opportunities, and elevate findings to management and Global Headquarters as appropriate.

Regulatory & Compliance Management

• Identify and assess compliance requirements under applicable laws and regulations across SEA markets, including financial and operational requirements, related-party transactions, and information disclosure obligations relevant to ASICS Corporation as a listed entity.
• Own and maintain compliance management policies and procedures, and conduct compliance reviews of key business processes to mitigate legal and regulatory risks across SEA jurisdictions.
• Own and organize compliance training to enhance employees’ awareness and adherence to compliance standards across SEA entities.
• Monitor regulatory developments across SEA markets, assess their potential impact on business operations, and recommend appropriate response measures to management.
• Prepare and present comprehensive compliance reports to management, highlighting key observations, risks, and remediation plans.

Operational Audit

• Develop and execute the annual operational audit plan for the SEA region, defining the audit scope, frequency, and focus areas to ensure effective coverage across all markets.
• Conduct on-site audits of targeted areas across the SEA region, focusing on key control areas such as cash management, inventory management, sales processes, payment-related activities, payroll, HR, and asset management.
• Prepare audit reports, communicate findings to relevant departments, recommend improvements, and monitor the implementation of corrective actions.
• Establish an internal control evaluation framework, periodically assess internal controls, and promote standardized and compliant operations across the SEA region, including store operations and logistics.
• Identify recurring issues through audits and work with relevant departments to optimize policies and processes, thereby mitigating risks at their source.

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree or above in Finance, Accounting, Auditing, or a related field.
• Professional qualifications such as CPA, CIA, CISA, or ACCA are preferred.
• Minimum 7-10 years of experience in finance, internal control, or auditing, with at least 3-5 years in internal control management, internal audit, or a related compliance function.
• Experience in J-SOX or listed-company compliance management is preferred.
• Experience in retail store auditing or working within a multi-country SEA environment is an advantage.
• Sound knowledge of internal control theory and practice, with familiarity with frameworks such as J-SOX and COSO.
• Understanding of listed company compliance requirements and relevant laws and regulations.
• Familiarity with retail business processes and associated risk characteristics.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills across a multi-cultural environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with audit tools or ERP systems is an advantage.