Senior Audit Executive

EZAccount & Associates Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading auditing firm in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a senior auditor with at least 2 years of relevant experience in auditing, including supervisory roles. The successful candidate will lead audit engagements, ensure compliance with accounting standards, and mentor junior auditors. Benefits include KWSP, EIS contributions, and team-building activities. The role requires strong knowledge of auditing standards and a bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.

Benefits

KWSP, EIS, and SOCSO contributions

Team building activities

Company trips

Annual dinner and staff appreciation events

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant working experience in auditing.
• At least 1 year in a senior or supervisory role.
• Proven experience leading audit engagements.

Responsibilities

• Plan, lead, and execute audit assignments according to standards.
• Review audit working papers for completeness and accuracy.
• Identify internal control weaknesses and recommend improvements.
• Supervise and mentor junior auditors.
• Prepare and finalize audit reports within timelines.

Skills

Auditing standards knowledge

Financial reporting standards knowledge

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

Job description

Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field only.
• Strong knowledge of auditing standards, financial reporting standards (e.g. MFRS / IFRS) and regulatory requirements.

Experience

• Minimum 2 years of relevant working experience in auditing, including at least 1 year in a senior or supervisory role.
• Proven experience in leading audit engagements and managing audit teams.
• Experience in external audit (e.g. with audit firms) or internal audit in established organizations.

Responsibilities

• Plan, lead, and execute audit assignments in accordance with auditing standards and company policies.
• Review audit working papers to ensure all documentation is complete and accurate.
• Identify internal control weaknesses, assess risks, and recommend practical improvements.
• Review financial statements to ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
• Supervise and mentor junior auditors, providing guidance, training, and constructive feedback.
• Communicate audit findings clearly to clients and management through meetings and reports.
• Prepare and finalize audit reports within agreed timelines.
• Liaise with clients to resolve audit issues and ensure smooth audit processes.
• Assist in planning annual audit schedules and resource allocation.
• Stay updated with the latest accounting and auditing standards, regulations, and best practices.
• Support management in ad-hoc assignments or special projects as required.

Benefits

• KWSP, EIS, and SOCSO contributions
• Team building activities
• Company trips
• Annual dinner and staff appreciation events