Senior Associate - IT Advisory

CNM LLP; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technical advisory firm is seeking a Senior Associate to join their IT SOX team in Kuala Lumpur. The role involves conducting IT governance assessments, contributing to service line development, and pursuing professional certifications. Candidates should possess a BA/BS in a relevant field and have at least 1.5 years of IT Audit experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 1/2 years IT Audit in professional services, Big 4 or mid-tier firm.
• Experience with IT Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) and/or COSO is a plus.
• Desire to pursue CIA and/or CISA certifications is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Conduct IT governance and security assessments through data analysis.
• Participate in the growth of ITS service line development.
• Communicate complex issues in simple terms to clients.

Skills

Data Analysis

Project Management

IT Governance

Communication

Critical Thinking

Education

BA/BS in Computer Science, Accounting, Business, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Sciences, Engineering

Tools

CCH

IIA

PCAOB

AICPA

Job description

CNM LLP is a technical advisory services firm that works with the top local talent on the most comprehensive and intriguing projects for discerning clients ranging from start-ups to closely held mid-market companies to large multi-national Fortune 1000 firms. The CNM reputation is built upon a foundation of professional excellence and trusted relationships and is recognized nationally for commitment to excellence. Employees value the open and honest environment, consistent focus on work life balance and an outstanding culture that is difficult to find anywhere else in the professional services industry. This unwavering attention to providing an exceptional work environment has enabled CNM to be recognized as a Great Place to Work for three consecutive years, as well as one of the Best Places to Work in Los Angeles and Orange County.

We are currently searching for a Senior Associate to join our high performing IT SOX team in Kuala Lumpur. We offer a hybrid (remote/onsite) work environment that will allow you to continue working with the flexibility that they have grown accustomed to over the past year.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct current state IT governance and security assessments through data analysis, interviews, and the thoughtful documentation of observations and recommendations for process and technology improvements
• Participate in the growth of our ITS service line development and roll out of new service capabilities including IT security, business continuity and ERP related governance, risk and compliance service offerings
• Actively improve technical and project management skills through on-the-job feedback, performance evaluations, mentoring others and participating in firm-sponsored formal training programs (monthly CPE and Subject Matter Expert training)
• Pursue learning opportunities and develop into a subject matter professional in one or more IT domains
• Complete assigned IT general and application controls on 3-4 project teams, within the given budget with minimal supervision by:
• Creating system narratives, identifying key controls, and concluding on design and operating effectiveness of key controls
• Demonstrating clear and concise writing, and verbal skills to communicate complex issues in simple terms to clients and team members
• Producing quality deliverables evidenced through the need for minimal review time and accurate review notes
• Respond to client needs and balance competing priorities with minimal client disruptions, while maintaining project progress

Qualifications:

• BA/BS in Computer Science, Accounting, Business, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Sciences, Engineering or related experience
• Minimum 1 1/2 years IT Audit in professional services, Big 4 or mid tier firm
• Experience with IT Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) and/or COSO is a plus
• Desire to pursue CIA and or CISA (we compensate and reward for attaining these certifications) is a plus
• Able to navigate various industry research tools (CCH, IIA, PCAOB, AICPA)
• Able to think critically and maintain logical thought processes
• Excellent documentation and written skills which will be essential to documentation of test plan materials