Senior Audit Lead: Strategy, Team Growth & Client Impact

ACCA Careers; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Forvis Mazars is seeking an experienced audit professional to lead and manage complex client engagements from planning through delivery. You will oversee audit teams, ensure timely reporting, and maintain quality controls across engagements.

The role requires senior-level expertise, client relationship skills, and the ability to grow the business while mentoring staff. Based in Malaysia, you will collaborate with local and global teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum degree in Finance or Accounting.
• Qualified accountant – MIA/ACCA/CPA Australia, or equivalent.
• 5-8 years of relevant audit experience.
• Experience leading audit teams and client engagements.
• Strong communication and people management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead an audit team to complete within budget and deadlines.
• Manage audit assignments from planning to final reports.
• Advise clients on audit strategy and planning.
• Serve as contact for senior management and clients.
• Develop business with clients and internal teams.
• Coach and develop high-performing staff.
• Build strong client relationships.

Skills

Audit leadership

Client relationship management

People management

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Business development

Education

Degree in Finance / Accounting

MIA/ACCA/CPA Australia

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Forvis Mazars is seeking an experienced audit professional to lead and manage complex client engagements from planning through delivery. You will oversee audit teams, ensure timely reporting, and maintain quality controls across engagements.

The role requires senior-level expertise, client relationship skills, and the ability to grow the business while mentoring staff. Based in Malaysia, you will collaborate with local and global teams.