Manager, Internal Audit

East Coast Economic Region Development Council (ECERDC); Putrajaya; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

ECERDC in Malaysia seeks an experienced Internal Audit Manager to lead annual audit planning, risk assessment, and execution across key projects.

You will prepare audit approaches, coordinate with external auditors and government bodies, produce audit reports, follow up on corrective actions, and support the Audit Committee. The role requires strong leadership, Bahasa Malaysia and English proficiency, and a proven track record in internal audit at managerial level.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or commerce required.
• Qualified Internal Auditor certifications an advantage.
• Minimum 6 years in accounting/internal auditing at managerial level.
• Experience in external audit firms is an advantage.
• Strong writing and communication skills in Bahasa Melayu and English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare annual audit plans and risk-based auditable entities.
• Lead execution of audit programs and plan.
• Coordinate issues and corrective actions; provide recommendations.
• Prepare and issue audit reports; communicate results to management.
• Monitor audit corrective actions; ensure timely closure.
• Maintain Audit Files in physical or digital form.
• Support Head of Internal Audit and Audit Committee tasks.
• Assist in resource planning, budgeting and stakeholder relations.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Leadership

People management

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting / commerce

Internal Auditor Certifications (IIA)

Job description

On an annual basis, prepare Annual Audit Plans (by analysing corporate information including projects, conduct/review on risk assessment and to propose risk based auditable entities).

Lead the execution of audit programs assigned on a timely basis.

Lead the preparation of detailed audit approach and plan for each audit programmed assigned.

Lead and coordinate to identify issues and develop corrective actions, providing value adding recommendations.

Lead the preparation of and the issuance of Audit reports and communicate audit results to Management.

Lead to perform follow-ups and monitor Audit Corrective Actions (ACA) to ensure timely closure and accountability by auditees.

Lead to create and maintain Audit Files (in physical and/or digital form).

Assist Head of Internal Audit to provide support services for Audit Committee:

1. Prepare Audit and Admin papers for presentation to AC.

2. Coordinate compilation of AC Packs or digital papers through shared links and in tablets for distribution to Audit Committee members.

3. Coordinate preparation of meeting venues, allowances and refreshment.

4. Draft Minutes of Meeting (MoM) for assigned scope before finalisation of MoM by Head.

Propose to Head the best option for resource planning and allocation.

Support Head for effective and efficient management of auditing activities, low cost, rapid execution in tandem with best practices.

Review proposal of Annual Budget.

Review on the utilization of departmental Operating Expenditure (OE) budget and provide justification whenever required.

Support Head to maintain good relationship with relevant stakeholders (External Auditors, Jabatan Audit Negara, Kementerian Ekonomi, etc.).

To support Head to execute at least one initiative a year for Internal Audit or ECERDC improvement.

Perform any other tasks as and when assigned.

Position Requirements

Possess bachelor’s degree in accounting / commerce or relevant qualification from a recognized University.

Possess qualified Internal Auditor Certifications is an added advantage.

A minimum six (6) years of working experience in accounting / internal auditing or relevant field at the managerial level.

Audit experience in well-established professional services firms will be an added advantage.

Excellent writing skills and verbal communication both in Bahasa Melayu and English.

Possess strong analytical mind and has a keen eye for details and depth.

Good Risk Sensing and able to articulate solutions for problem-solving and good decision-making insight.

Work commendably under pressure and able to meet tight deadline.

Proactive, self-starter, and enthusiastic personality.

Good people management skills beyond the ability to learn and adapt quickly.

A good team-leader, team-player, committed, agile and results driven.

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Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How would you rate your Bahasa Malaysia language skills?
• Which of the following IIA auditing qualifications have you obtained?
• How many years of auditing experience do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have as an External Audit Manager?
• How many years' experience do you have as an Internal Audit Manager?

What can I earn as an Internal Audit Manager

The East Coast Economic Region Development Council (ECERDC) is a statutory body established to spearhead the execution and implementation of the East Coast Economic Region (ECER) Master Plan. ECERDC plays a lead role in setting the directions, policies and strategies for the socio-economic development of ECER by promoting and facilitating investments into the Region.

ECER, which covers the states of Kelantan, Terengganu, Pahang and the district of Mersing in Johor, is a rapidly transforming region that is steadily positioning itself as a distinctive, dynamic and competitive destination for investments.

Geographically, it covers a total area of over 66,000 sq km or 51% of Peninsular Malaysia. It is home to some 4.3 million people, or about 15% of the total national population. The economic growth in the Region is driven by five key economic clusters, namely Tourism, Oil, Gas & Petrochemical, Manufacturing, Agribusiness and Human Capital Development. These clusters are supported by developments in Social and Human Capital, Transportation, Infrastructure, Property and Environment to make the Region a haven for business, investments and quality living.

The East Coast Economic Region Development Council (ECERDC) is a statutory body established to spearhead the execution and implementation of the East Coast Economic Region (ECER) Master Plan. ECERDC plays a lead role in setting the directions, policies and strategies for the socio-economic development of ECER by promoting and facilitating investments into the Region.

ECER, which covers the states of Kelantan, Terengganu, Pahang and the district of Mersing in Johor, is a rapidly transforming region that is steadily positioning itself as a distinctive, dynamic and competitive destination for investments.

Geographically, it covers a total area of over 66,000 sq km or 51% of Peninsular Malaysia. It is home to some 4.3 million people, or about 15% of the total national population. The economic growth in the Region is driven by five key economic clusters, namely Tourism, Oil, Gas & Petrochemical, Manufacturing, Agribusiness and Human Capital Development. These clusters are supported by developments in Social and Human Capital, Transportation, Infrastructure, Property and Environment to make the Region a haven for business, investments and quality living.