Senior Executive (Internal Audit & Risk Management)

Cyberjaya; Cyberjaya; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Cyberjaya is seeking a Senior Executive for Internal Audit & Risk Management to bolster governance, risk management, and internal control processes across academic and administrative operations. The role involves planning and executing audits, ensuring regulatory compliance, and delivering clear reports with actionable recommendations.

The successful candidate will lead audits across departments, identify control gaps, and advise management on improvements while maintaining high

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field.
• Professional certification such as CIA, ACCA, or CPA is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Audit Planning & Execution: develop annual audit plan based on risk assessments and conduct audits across academic, operational, financial, and compliance areas.
• Compliance & Regulatory Review: ensure adherence to MOHE, MQA, accreditation standards, policies, SOPs, and governance frameworks; assess regulatory compliance across processes.
• Reporting: prepare clear audit reports with findings, root causes, risk implications, and recommendations; present to Management.
• Follow-Up & Monitoring: track audit findings, ensure timely closure, and validate corrective actions.
• Advisory Role: provide guidance on internal controls and process improvements; participate in investigations or special audits as needed.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Report writing

Integrity

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

CIA/ACCA/CPA certification advantageous

Job description

Senior Executive (Internal Audit & Risk Management)

Department

Internal Audit & Risk Management

Location

Organisation

University of Cyberjaya

Travel Requirement

No

Job Overview

To support the Internal Audit & Risk Management function in evaluating and improving the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal control processes across academic and administrative operations within the institution.

Key Responsibilities

Audit Planning & Execution

• Assist in the development of the annual audit plan based on risk assessments.
• Conduct internal audits covering academic, operational, financial, and compliance areas (e.g., student management, procurement, HR, and finance).
• Perform audit fieldwork, including walkthroughs, testing, and data analysis.
• Identify control gaps, operational inefficiencies, and non-compliance with policies and procedures.

Compliance & Regulatory Review

• Ensure compliance with requirements set by relevant regulatory bodies (e.g., MOHE, MQA, and accreditation standards).
• Review adherence to internal policies, SOPs, and academic governance frameworks.
• Evaluate compliance in areas such as student records, programme delivery, and examination processes.
• Identify and assess key risks across departments, including academic and operational risks.
• Support risk assessment exercises and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Monitor the implementation of risk management practices and initiatives.

Reporting

• Prepare clear and concise audit reports highlighting findings, root causes, risk implications, and recommendations.
• Present findings to Management and follow up on agreed action plans.
• Maintain proper audit documentation and working papers.

Follow-Up & Monitoring

• Track and follow up on audit findings to ensure timely closure.
• Validate corrective actions implemented by Management.

Advisory Role

• Provide advisory support to departments on internal controls, process improvements, and compliance matters.
• Participate in investigations or special audits as required.

Skills and Experiences

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• Professional certification, such as CIA, ACCA, or CPA, is an added advantage.

Experience

• 3–5 years of experience in internal audit, preferably within the education sector or a similarly regulated industry.
• Experience in auditing academic or compliance processes will be an added advantage.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good understanding of internal control frameworks and risk management practices.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements within the education sector.
• Excellent report writing and communication skills.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.