Senior Internal Audit Lead — Risk & Governance

UOB KAY HIAN (M) SDN. BHD.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

UOB Kay Hian (M) Sdn. Bhd. in Kuala Lumpur seeks a dedicated Senior Officer, Internal Audit to support internal audit activities, ensure policy compliance, and improve governance and operational effectiveness.

The role requires 2–3 years of internal audit experience in financial institutions or audit firms, strong communication, and the ability to work independently while travelling as needed.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree in Accounting / Finance or related disciplines.
• Professional qualifications such as CIA / CISA or ACCA / CPA / ICAEW.
• 2-3 years' internal audit experience in financial institution or audit firm.
• Strong communication, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good command of English with strong report writing and communication skills.
• Proactive, result oriented, team player and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Perform audit planning and assist in leading internal audit assignments.
• Review audit working papers and observations prepared by team members.
• Document working papers and audit records.
• Inform Head on significant issues or potential fraud.
• Summarise audit observations with management.
• Supervise and guide other team members.
• Evaluate adequacy of internal audits and risk controls.
• Provide value-added recommendations during engagements.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Report writing

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

CIA/CISA/ACCA/CPA/ICAEW

Job description

UOB Kay Hian (M) Sdn. Bhd. in Kuala Lumpur seeks a dedicated Senior Officer, Internal Audit to support internal audit activities, ensure policy compliance, and improve governance and operational effectiveness.

The role requires 2–3 years of internal audit experience in financial institutions or audit firms, strong communication, and the ability to work independently while travelling as needed.