Senior Associate, IT Audit & Assurance

ACCA Careers; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCA Careers in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia seeks a Senior Associate to support financial audit teams by performing ITGC and ITAC testing and data analysis to verify system-generated information.

You will participate in walkthroughs with client IT staff, document results, prepare audit work papers, and communicate findings to the IT Audit Manager and engagement team. Experience in ACL/IDEA/Excel is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, or related field.
• 2–4 years IT audit or ITGC/ITAC testing experience.
• Proficiency in ACL, IDEA, and Excel for data extraction and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Perform ITGC and ITAC testing to support audit reliance.
• Conduct data analysis and validate system-generated reports.
• Participate in walkthroughs with client IT personnel.
• Prepare audit work papers following firm standards.
• Communicate findings to IT Audit Manager and engagement team.

Skills

ITGC testing

ITAC testing

Data analysis

Auditing knowledge

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree (IS/CS/Accounting)

Tools

ACL

IDEA

Excel

Job description

Role Overview

The Senior Associate supports financial audit teams by performing IT General Controls (ITGC) and IT Application Controls (ITAC) testing and conducting data analysis to assess the completeness and accuracy of system-generated information. The role involves participating in walkthroughs, executing testing procedures, documenting results, and assisting in the evaluation of reliance on automated controls and system-generated data supporting financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform ITGC and ITAC testing to support external financial audit reliance.
• Conduct data analysis procedures, including GL completeness testing and system-generated report/data validation using ACL, IDEA, and/or Excel.
• Participate in walkthroughs with client IT personnel to understand system architecture and control processes.
• Prepare detailed and well-organized audit work papers in accordance with firm standards.
• Identify control deviations and assist in evaluating associated risks and potential impact.
• Communicate observations clearly and professionally to the IT Audit Manager and engagement team.
• Coordinate effectively with financial audit teams regarding scope, timelines, and dependencies.
• Support follow-up on remediation with client stakeholders, where applicable.
• Contribute to internal knowledge sharing and continuous improvement initiatives.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 – 4 years of experience in IT audit, ITGC/ITAC testing, or financial audit support; audit firm experience is an advantage.
• Understanding of IT control concepts and their relevance to financial reporting.
• Proficiency in ACL, IDEA, and/or advanced Excel for data extraction and analysis.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to document testing procedures clearly.
• Ability to communicate technical matters in clear, concise business language.
• Strong teamwork, time management, and coordination skills.