Senior Internal Auditor

QI Group; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

QI Group in Malaysia seeks a Senior Executive - Internal Audit to conduct audits, assess risks, and improve controls. You will support fraud detection and drive operational efficiency with detailed analytics and robust reporting.

The role requires a degree in accounting or finance and 2–5 years in internal audit, preferably in retail or FMCG contexts. Strong communication and ethical standards are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• 2–5 years internal audit experience, preferably in direct selling, FMCG, or retail.
• Strong knowledge of internal audit principles, risk assessment, and compliance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills.
• High ethics and professional integrity.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Certifications such as CA, CPA, CIA, or CISA preferred but not mandatory.
• Experience with audit tools and data analytics is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and executing risk-based internal audit plans.
• Conduct financial, operational, and compliance audits focusing on direct selling operations.
• Evaluate internal controls and propose process improvements.
• Ensure audit documentation is accurate and complete.
• Undertake complex data analysis to identify anomalies and fraud indicators.
• Support risk identification and assessment efforts.
• Ensure adherence to internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
• Assist in fraud investigations and forensic audits.
• Prepare audit reports highlighting findings, risks, and recommendations.
• Identify opportunities to enhance operational efficiency and internal controls.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Detail oriented

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Audit software

Data analytics tools

Job description

The Senior Executive - Internal Audit will be responsible for conducting internal audits, ensuring compliance with company policies, and assisting in risk assessment activities. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with strong analytical skills who can identify process gaps, assess risks, and recommend improvements. The individual will support fraud detection and operational efficiency initiatives within company.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in the development and execution of risk-based internal audit plans.
• Conduct financial, operational, and compliance audits with a focus on direct selling operations.
• Evaluate internal controls and provide recommendations for process improvements.
• Ensure audit documentation is accurate and complete.
• Undertake complex data analysis and analytics to identify data anomalies and potential fraud indicators.
• Support risk identification and assessment efforts.
• Ensure adherence to internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
• Assist in fraud investigations and forensic audits.
• Prepare audit reports highlighting findings, risks, and recommendations.
• Identify opportunities to enhance operational efficiency and internal controls.

About you

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2-5 years of internal audit experience, preferably in a direct selling, FMCG, or retail environment.
• Strong knowledge of internal audit principles, risk assessment, and compliance frameworks.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills.
• High ethical standards and professional integrity.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Professional certifications such as CA, CPA, CIA, or CISA (preferred but not mandatory).
• Experience with audit tools and data analytics is an advantage.

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A company’s competitive edge lies in its ability and desire to evolve; to keep abreast of advancements in the industries within which it operates; to innovate; and to dream big.