Senior Internal Audit & Compliance Lead

ELK-DESA CAPITAL SDN BHD; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

ELK-Desa Resources Berhad is seeking an experienced Head of Internal Audit to lead our internal audit cycle, risk assessments, and regulatory compliance initiatives in Malaysia. You will guide the team, present findings to senior management, and drive improvements across units.

The role requires 5+ years in internal audit or compliance within regulated financial services, strong governance and controls knowledge, and excellent reporting and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Auditing, Business, or an equivalent professional qualification.
• Professional certification such as CIA, CFE, or IIA membership is an added advantage.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in Internal Audit, Risk Management, or Compliance in a regulated financial setting.
• Strong understanding of internal audit methodologies, governance, risk management, and internal control frameworks.
• Excellent report writing, presentation, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full internal audit cycle from planning through fieldwork, reporting, and follow-up.
• Lead ABMS and AMLA compliance reviews in line with MACC Act requirements.
• Manage, monitor, and administer whistleblowing cases per policy.
• Coordinate implementation of Business Improvement Plans across the organization.
• Prepare concise audit/compliance reports with root-cause analysis and recommendations.
• Present findings to senior management and stakeholders; provide guidance to the audit team.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Report writing

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Auditing, Business, or equivalent

Job description

ELK-Desa Resources Berhad is seeking an experienced Head of Internal Audit to lead our internal audit cycle, risk assessments, and regulatory compliance initiatives in Malaysia. You will guide the team, present findings to senior management, and drive improvements across units.

The role requires 5+ years in internal audit or compliance within regulated financial services, strong governance and controls knowledge, and excellent reporting and communication skills.