Manager – SEAPEN CoE Audit quality review

PwC South Africa; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

PwC South Africa SEAPEN Centre of Excellence seeks a Quality Testing Lead at Manager level to drive audit quality across Malaysia and neighboring countries. You will lead testing of the System of Quality Management and coordinate reviews across teams, ensuring engagements comply with current standards.

The role emphasizes developing testing plans, reporting findings with actionable recommendations, mentoring junior staff, and staying current with ISQM, QC1000 and auditing methodologies to

Qualifications

• 5 to 8 years of experience in external audit, preferably within a Big4 accounting firm.
• Demonstrated skills in risk assessment and internal controls evaluation with up-to-date auditing knowledge.
• Ability to manage projects and work effectively with diverse teams across multiple countries.
• Respect for and experience working within multicultural teams and international environments.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth in audit quality management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage quality system testing across the SEAPEN region, focusing on periodic testing of controls and ongoing monitoring over the System of Quality Management.
• Develop testing plans, perform testing, and report findings with actionable recommendations.
• Collaborate closely with teams from Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos to achieve consistent and standardised quality outcomes.
• Work with cross-functional teams including leadership, risk & quality, human capital, legal & ethics, and technical teams to support integrated quality practices.
• Mentor and develop junior team members to build their understanding of quality and audit standards.
• Participate in wider network quality reviews such as global audit quality inspections and thematic reviews (senior staff only).
• Stay updated with the latest quality management standards and audit methodologies.
• Engage in ongoing professional development through structured training on ISQM, QC1000, auditing standards, and documentation tools.

Skills

External audit

Risk assessment

Internal controls

Project management

Multinational teams

Auditing knowledge

Job description

Line of Service Internal Firm Services Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism IFS - Risk & Quality (R&Q) Management Level Manager Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in risk and compliance focus on maintaining regulatory compliance and managing risks for clients, providing advice, and solutions. They help organisations navigate complex regulatory landscapes and enhance their internal controls to mitigate risks effectively. As a risk management generalist at PwC, you will provide advisory and practical support to teams across a wide range of specialist risk and compliance areas.

Your role

As PwC’s SEAPEN Centre of Excellence Quality Testing Lead, you will play a vital role in driving high standards of audit quality across multiple countries. You will lead reviews and testing of the firm’s quality management systems to ensure audit engagements are thorough and comply with the latest standards.

Why This Role Matters

Ensuring strong audit quality builds trust with clients, regulators, and stakeholders. This role supports PwC’s commitment to delivering consistent and reliable audits by testing and improving systems used by audit teams. Your work helps prevent errors and promotes continuous improvement, strengthening PwC’s reputation in the region.

What You Will Do

• Lead and manage quality system testing across the SEAPEN region, focusing on periodic testing of controls and ongoing monitoring over the System of Quality Management.
• Develop testing plans, perform testing, and report findings with actionable recommendations.
• Collaborate closely with teams from Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos to achieve consistent and standardised quality outcomes.
• Work with cross-functional teams including leadership, risk & quality, human capital, legal & ethics, and technical teams to support integrated quality practices.
• Mentor and develop junior team members to build their understanding of quality and audit standards.
• Participate in wider network quality reviews such as global audit quality inspections and thematic reviews (senior staff only).
• Stay updated with the latest quality management standards and audit methodologies.
• Engage in ongoing professional development through structured training on ISQM, QC1000, auditing standards, and documentation tools.

Skills, experience and qualifications

• 5 to 8 years of experience in external audit, preferably within a Big4 accounting firm.
• Demonstrated skills in risk assessment and internal controls evaluation with up-to-date auditing knowledge.
• Ability to manage projects and work effectively with diverse teams across multiple countries.
• Respect for and experience working within multicultural teams and international environments.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth in audit quality management.

What you will gain

• Opportunity to contribute to quality assurance projects that cover multiple countries in Southeast Asia.
• Broaden your professional experience by working with diverse regulatory environments and audit teams.
• Develop leadership and mentoring skills in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.
• Access to a dedicated training curriculum focused on audit quality and risk management.
• Supportive team culture that values clear communication, professional development, and shared success.

Key skills and optional skills: Required Skills Optional Skills Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Coaching and Feedback, Coaching and Training, Communication, Compliance Advisement, Compliance Oversight, Compliance Program Implementation, Compliance Risk Assessment, Confidential Information Handling, Contract Review, Contractual Risk Mitigation, Contractual Risk Monitoring, Contract Writing, Creativity, Crisis Management, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Data Security, Discretion and Business Ethics, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy {+ 37 more}

Travel Requirements Up to 20% Available for Work Visa Sponsorship? No Government Clearance Required? No Job Posting End Date

Are you ready to make a difference? Want to unlock new value by applying your unique perspective and talents? You can grow exponentially at PwC. Here, you can uncover hidden talents, build lifelong relationships rooted in trust and empathy and turn challenges into opportunities for innovation. We’ll help you grow your skills through challenging, meaningful work so you can go further.