Senior Audit Engagement Lead — IFRS/IAS Expert

ACCA Careers; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCA Careers is seeking an Assistant Manager to lead audit engagements, coordinating planning, execution and review across teams. The role focuses on delivering high-quality assurance work while aligning with IFRS/IAS standards.

The ideal candidate has 4–5 years of audit experience, strong English communication, and the ability to coach junior staff. The position emphasizes independence and cross-functional collaboration within a global context.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent professional qualification.
• Minimum 4–5 years of audit experience, preferably from an international firm.
• Proficient in IFRS and IAS standards and strong English language skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit engagements of varying sizes, planning, performing, reviewing work, and concluding engagements.
• Provide input to engagement plans; ensure timely completion and adherence to standards.
• Coach junior team members to develop technical competency and efficiency.
• Maintain independence and apply IFRS/IAS standards in all engagements.

Skills

Audit excellence

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

ACCA Careers is seeking an Assistant Manager to lead audit engagements, coordinating planning, execution and review across teams. The role focuses on delivering high-quality assurance work while aligning with IFRS/IAS standards.

The ideal candidate has 4–5 years of audit experience, strong English communication, and the ability to coach junior staff. The position emphasizes independence and cross-functional collaboration within a global context.