Senior Executive/ Executive, Internal Audit

Malakoff; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Employee benefits package

Job summary

Malakoff in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Senior Executive/Executive for Internal Audit to support the Group Internal Audit function. The role focuses on operational and technical audits across power, utilities, renewable energy, and related projects.

You will review controls, risk management, and governance, prepare findings, and assist in investigations, aiming to strengthen performance and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Engineering, Energy Management, or related disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct internal audit assignments covering operational, technical, engineering, project, procurement, and compliance related activities.
• Review and evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management practices, and governance processes across business operations.
• Perform audits related to power plant operations, maintenance activities, project execution, asset management, and technical support functions.
• Identify control gaps, operational inefficiencies, and areas for improvement, and provide practical recommendations to Management.
• Prepare audit reports, findings, and supporting documentation in a timely and professional manner.
• Follow up on audit observations and monitor implementation of corrective action plans.
• Assist in investigation reviews, special audits, and ad hoc assignments as required.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Report writing

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Independent working

Education

CIA

ACCA

CPA

CISA

Job description

Career Details

Take the Next Step in Your Career with Malakoff.

Senior Executive/ Executive, Internal Audit,

Group Internal Audit

We are looking for a committed and technically capable Internal Audit professional to support the Company’s audit and governance functions within the power and energy industry. The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical skills, operational understanding, and relevant experience in technical or operational audits related to power generation, utilities, renewable energy, or energy infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct internal audit assignments covering operational, technical, engineering, project, procurement, and compliance related activities.
• Review and evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management practices, and governance processes across business operations.
• Perform audits related to power plant operations, maintenance activities, project execution, asset management, and technical support functions.
• Identify control gaps, operational inefficiencies, and areas for improvement, and provide practical recommendations to Management.
• Prepare audit reports, findings, and supporting documentation in a timely and professional manner.
• Follow up on audit observations and monitor implementation of corrective action plans.
• Assist in investigation reviews, special audits, and ad hoc assignments as required.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Engineering, Energy Management, or related disciplines.
• Minimum 3 to 6 years of relevant working experience in Internal Audit, Operational Audit, Technical Audit, or Risk Management within the power, utilities, renewable energy, or energy related industry.
• Candidates with technical exposure in power plants, engineering operations, maintenance, energy projects, or utilities environment are encouraged to apply.
• Strong understanding of audit processes, internal controls, operational risks, and governance practices.
• Possess good analytical thinking, report writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Professional certifications such as CIA, ACCA, CPA, CISA, or equivalent would be an added advantage.
• Able to work independently, maintain confidentiality, and manage multiple assignments effectively.

Why Join Us

• Exposure to large scale power and energy related operations and projects.
• Opportunity to grow within a professional and dynamic working environment.
• Career development opportunities and continuous learning exposure.Competitive remuneration and employee benefits package.

Recruitment Journey

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