Senior Associate, IT Audit & Assurance

Crowe Malaysia PLT; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Crowe Malaysia PLT is looking for a Senior Associate to support financial audit teams by performing ITGC and ITAC testing, conducting data analysis, and participating in system audits.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 2-4 years of experience in IT audit or financial support, with proficiency in tools like ACL and advanced Excel.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 – 4 years of experience in IT audit, ITGC/ITAC testing, or financial audit support.
• Understanding of IT control concepts and their relevance to financial reporting.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to document testing procedures clearly.

Responsibilities

• Perform ITGC and ITAC testing to support external financial audit reliance.
• Conduct data analysis procedures, including GL completeness testing.
• Prepare detailed and well-organized audit work papers in accordance with firm standards.

Skills

ITGC and ITAC testing

Data analysis

Communication

Teamwork

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, or related field

Tools

ACL

IDEA

Advanced 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.