Senior Internal Audit Officer — Governance & Risk

UOB Kay Hian; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

UOB Kay Hian (M) Sdn. Bhd. in Kuala Lumpur seeks a dedicated Senior Officer, Internal Audit to support audit activities and ensure compliance with policies and regulations.

The role involves planning, supervising, and reporting on audit engagements across departments to strengthen governance and operational effectiveness. The successful candidate should have 2–3 years of internal audit experience, a relevant accounting/finance degree, and professional qualifications such as CIA/CISA or ACCA/CPA.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree in Accounting / Finance or related disciplines.
• Preferably with professional qualifications such as CIA / CISA or ACCA / CPA / ICAEW.
• Minimum 2-3 years' internal audit experience in financial institutions or audit firms.

Responsibilities

• Perform audit planning and assist in leading and supervising internal audit assignments.
• Review audit working papers and observations prepared by the team.
• Document working papers and audit records; inform Head on significant issues.
• Summarise and discuss audit observations with management; supervise team members.
• Evaluate adequacy of internal audits and risk controls; provide value-added recommendations.
• Prepare audit reports with evidence and practical recommendations for improvements.
• Follow up on corrective actions and ensure timely implementation.
• Conduct ad hoc audits/reviews as needed and undertake assignments from superiors.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Report writing

Education

Accounting / Finance degree

CIA / CISA / ACCA / CPA / ICAEW certification

Job description

UOB Kay Hian (M) Sdn. Bhd. in Kuala Lumpur seeks a dedicated Senior Officer, Internal Audit to support audit activities and ensure compliance with policies and regulations.

The role involves planning, supervising, and reporting on audit engagements across departments to strengthen governance and operational effectiveness. The successful candidate should have 2–3 years of internal audit experience, a relevant accounting/finance degree, and professional qualifications such as CIA/CISA or ACCA/CPA.