Senior Audit Officer

Malaysian Red Crescent; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Senior Audit Officer to coordinate audits, oversee external assignments, and support internal auditing activities. Candidates should have a university degree and professional certifications, along with at least 3 years of relevant experience. The role offers a full-time contract with a salary range of RM3,500.00 - RM5,000.00 per month, and includes benefits like health insurance and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Health insurance

Professional development opportunities

Flexible schedule

Leave

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in internal audit or risk management.
• Experience in donor audit management within a large nonprofit organization.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the implementation of the Internal Audit and Investigations portfolio.
• Oversee the delivery of external audit assignments.
• Support internal audit activities.
• Build effective relationships within MRC.

Skills

Understanding of donor compliance

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Relationship-building skills

Attention to detail

Education

University degree in a relevant field

Professional certifications such as CIA, PIIA, CMIA, ACCA, IRM

Job description

The Senior Audit Officer, based in headquarters, is responsible for coordinating MRC’s portfolio of external and expenditure eligibility audits, comprising:

• The annual external audit of MRC’s financial statements,
• Financial audits of MRC’s emergency appeals,
• Expenditure eligibility reviews of funds transferred to member National Societies, and,
• All donor-requested audits.

Depending on workload, the Senior Audit Officer will also contribute to the delivery of the annual internal audit plan.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the implementation of the Internal Audit and Investigations portfolio related to external audit activities, including the annual audit of MRC’s financial statements, audits of emergency appeal expenditures, eligibility reviews for funds disbursed to the membership, and donor-mandated audits.
• Oversee the delivery of external audit assignments, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget, including conducting tenders for external audits, setting up electronic filing structures, assisting external auditors with practical arrangements, and maintaining effective communication and documentation.
• Support internal audit activities by contributing to audit planning, testing, and reporting, ensuring timely and quality delivery.
• Build effective relationships within MRC and provide advisory services, including delivering training on assurance and integrity topics.
• Act as a team member by completing professional qualifications or ongoing professional development and embodying MRC’s values and principles.
• Implement appeal-related activities and provide technical support to members through training and workshops.

Qualifications and Experience:

• University degree in a relevant field (required).
• Professional certifications such as CIA, PIIA, CMIA, ACCA, IRM, or equivalent (preferred).
• At least 3 years of experience in internal audit, risk management, or donor audit management within a large multinational or nonprofit organization.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Understanding of donor compliance and audit requirements in the humanitarian and nonprofit sectors.
• Strong organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to coordinate multiple reviews.

Languages:

• Fluent in English and Bahasa Melayu, both spoken and written.

Additional Information:

• Full-time, contract position.
• Salary range: RM3,500.00 - RM5,000.00 per month.
• Benefits include leave, flexible schedule, health insurance, and professional development opportunities.
• Working days: Monday to Friday.