Senior Internal Audit Manager — Plantation Operations

United Plantations Berhad; Teluk Intan; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

United Plantations Berhad seeks an experienced Internal Audit Manager for the plantation sector. You will lead audits across estates, mills and refineries, draft risk-rated reports, and mentor field staff to uphold Global Internal Audit standards.

Ideal candidates hold a CFA/CPA-style credential with 6–8 years of audit experience, including 3 years in palm oil or agricultural sectors, and are ready to travel with a valid driving license. English and Bahasa Malaysia proficiency is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy or Finance.
• CIA/ACCA/CPA/MICPA membership preferred.
• 6–8 years in internal or external audit, 3+ in palm oil/agriculture.
• Willing to travel to estates; valid driving license required.
• Strong English and Bahasa Malaysia communication.

Responsibilities

• Operational & field auditing across estates, mills and refineries.
• Draft risk-rated audit reports for Senior Management and Audit Committee.
• Mentor auditors and review working papers per Global Internal Audit standards.
• Drive governance, cost savings and risk management across the group.

Skills

Audit

Leadership

Communication

English

Bahasa Malaysia

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy or Finance

CIA/ACCA/CPA/MICPA membership

Tools

IDEA

ACL

Audit software

Job description

United Plantations Berhad seeks an experienced Internal Audit Manager for the plantation sector. You will lead audits across estates, mills and refineries, draft risk-rated reports, and mentor field staff to uphold Global Internal Audit standards.

Ideal candidates hold a CFA/CPA-style credential with 6–8 years of audit experience, including 3 years in palm oil or agricultural sectors, and are ready to travel with a valid driving license. English and Bahasa Malaysia proficiency is essential.