Senior Executive - Internal Audit

Valiram; Kampung Malaysia Tambahan; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Valiram is seeking an experienced Internal Audit professional to independently assess the Group's multi-brand retail operations and Head Office functions. You will evaluate risk management, internal controls and governance, delivering practical recommendations to safeguard assets and improve performance.

Travel frequently across Malaysia and regional markets for on-site fieldwork, including stock counts, with a focus on control design, effectiveness and policy compliance.

Qualifications

• Plan and perform store audits across the Group's beauty, fashion, F&B, jewellery and watches brands, covering cash handling and inventory controls.
• Assist HQ audits of finance, procurement, HR and payroll, logistics, IT and e-commerce, assessing controls and policy compliance.
• Travel to stores, warehouses and offices for on-site fieldwork, including stock counts.
• Identify non-compliance, control gaps and fraud flags; propose practical improvements to strengthen controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end audit assignments within timelines.
• Apply data analytics to sales and inventory data to support testing and findings.
• Prepare concise audit reports and presentations with risk-rated findings.
• Monitor action plans with 3-month follow-ups and escalate overdue remediation.
• Build partnerships with store, brand and HQ stakeholders to foster accountability.
• Demonstrate independence and contribute to audit methodology improvements.

Skills

Audit

Internal control

Data analytics

Report writing

PowerPoint

English communication

Deadline oriented

Analytical skills

Investigative skills

Education

Degree in Accounting/Finance

CIA/ACCA preferred

Job description

Valiram was established in 1935 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, originally specializing in the textile trade. Today, Valiram is Southeast Asia’s leading luxury goods and 360° retail specialist with presence in Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Australia, New Zealand, Thailand, Hong Kong, Macau, Vietnam and the Philippines.

Operating more than 600 stores, a number which continues to grow, the group represents in excess of 200 brands across various categories, from fashion and accessories, timepieces and jewelry, perfume and cosmetics to confectionery and dining concepts.

Learn more about us at www.valiram.com

• Beauty (Victoria’s Secret, Bath & Body Works, Rituals, Molton Brown)
• Fashion (Michael Kors, Steve Madden, Tory Burch, Chloe, MLB Korea, Giuseppe Zanotti, Charles & Keith, Pedro etc)
• Accessories (Swarovski, Mont Blanc)
• Travel Retail (Hermes, Bvlgari, The Flying Emporium, Coach, Polo Ralph Lauren, Lacoste, Beaute Love, Ion Gizmos, Candy Party, Wear + When, Tumi)

Valiram HQ is located 10 minutes to Pavilion and 5 minutes to KLCC. We offer flexibility in working schedules depending on our employee’s lifestyle preferences. Access to our staff only cafe with a view of the city to price friendly food options.

We celebrate diversity with 32 nationalities spread across our team. To embrace this diversity, we celebrate the various festivities all year round such as Hari Raya, Malaysia Day, Chinese New Year, Deepavali and Christmas.

You can engage in various activities monthly including badminton, hiking, running and language class and meet other employees from across our brands and head office. All activities are free of charge!

POSITION SUMMARY

Provide independent and objective assurance over Valiram Group's multi-brand retail operations and Head Office functions, applying a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve risk management, internal control and governance processes. Assist retail store audits and HQ group audits of key business functions, delivering practical recommendations that safeguard assets, strengthen compliance and improve operational performance.

KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan and perform retail store audits across the Group's beauty, fashion, F&B, jewellery and watches brands, covering cash handling, inventory management and overall store compliance controls.
• Assist in HQ group audits of business functions such as finance, procurement, merchandising, HR and payroll, warehouse and logistics, IT and e-commerce, assessing control design, effectiveness and policy compliance.
• Travel frequently to stores, warehouses and offices across Malaysia and regional markets for on-site fieldwork, including surprise visits and stock counts.
• Identify process non-compliance, control gaps and fraud red flags, and proactively recommend practical improvements to strengthen internal controls and operational efficiency.
• Lead end-to-end audit assignments (planning, risk assessment, fieldwork, documentation and reporting) within agreed timelines.
• Apply data analytics to sales, inventory, returns and refunds and other transactional data to target testing and substantiate findings with robust evidence.
• Prepare clear, concise and factually accurate audit reports and presentations with risk-rated findings and actionable recommendations for management and senior leadership.
• Monitor implementation of agreed action plans through 3-monthly follow-ups, escalating overdue or ineffective remediation.
• Build strong partnerships with store, brand and HQ stakeholders, influencing teams to embrace positive change and foster a culture of accountability.
• Demonstrate independence and sound judgment, operating with minimal supervision and contributing to continuous improvement of audit methodology and tools.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 2-4 years of relevant working experience.
• Minimum Degree in Accounting/ Finance with strong internal control and auditing skills. Qualification in CIA/ ACCA is preferrable.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Experience in the preparation and analysis of audit data. Good data analytics skills.
• Proven ability to achieve results in a complex, fast paced and dynamic environment. Candidate must be able to meet deadlines in preparation of audit reports.
• Good analytical and investigative skills with attention to details.
• Good report writing and PowerPoint presentation skills.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and join a dynamic team, we'd love to hear from you!