SENIOR MANAGER, INTERNAL AUDIT

KPJ HEALTHCARE BERHAD; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

KPJ HEALTHCARE BERHAD seeks an experienced IT Auditor to perform audit assignments ensuring compliance with standards. You will assist in preparing the yearly IT Audit Plan, coordinate execution, and review findings for accuracy.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in IT or related field, has 7-9 years of IT Audit experience, and is familiar with audit tools and methodologies. Skills in communication and analytics are vital for this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology/computer science or related field.
• 7 – 9 years of IT Audit experience.
• Familiarity with audit tools and data analytics software.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the IT Audit Plan and coordinate its execution.
• Review IT audit findings and reports for accuracy.
• Supervise the audit team's performance and tasks.

Skills

Strong understanding of general computer controls

Experience with data analytics software (ACL, IDEA)

Analytical and critical thinking

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Education

Bachelor’s degree in information technology/computer science

Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

IIAM / ISACA member

Tools

Audit tools (ACL, IDEA)

Audit management system (Highbond)

Job description

General Description

Perform and execute IT audit assignments in accordance with the identified scope, approach, methodology and techniques to ensure compliance with the required standards i.e. International Professional Practice Framework (IPPF). Recommend ways to improve procedures, align them more closely with company goals and ultimately optimize efficiency.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of the yearly IT Audit Plan prior to submission to the Audit Committee for approval.
• Coordinate and manage the execution of the IT Audit Plan to ensure accurate completion of the plan.
• Plan and monitor the execution of IT audit assignments based on the Audit Plan approved by the Audit Committee.
• Assist the Manager (Investigation) on the IT elements of the special assignments/ ad-hoc reviews requested by the Audit Committee and Management on a case-to-case basis.
• Perform auditing functions in accordance with the Audit Charter.
• Review the proposed IT Audit Checklist for new audit coverage as well as recommend revision to the existing Audit Checklist (where appropriate).
• Review the Summary of IT Audit Findings provided by the Team Leader (TL) and be involved in the deliberation on the Summary of IT Audit Findings with the HOS before the Exit Meeting is held with the Management after completion of field audit.
• Review the IT audit work performed by TL/ TM for completion and accuracy.
• Participate in the IT audit entry/ exit meeting with clients.
• Manage the timeliness of the IT audit reports and inform the HOS expeditiously for advice if there are potential limitations in meeting the deadlines.
• Closely monitor and report on the status and progress of the IT audit tasks on a regular basis to HOS.
• Review the draft reports before submission to HOS for final review within the timeline set.
• Responsible for the verification and monitoring of quality of IT audit reports and audit working papers by the IT audit team for the purpose of reference after the completion of an audit.
• Supervise the work of the TL in monitoring the open issues/ outstanding findings until fully resolved.
• Responsible for managing, supervising and monitoring the performance and delivery of work of the audit team throughout the audit cycle.
• Perform post‑mortem with the IT audit team after completion of each task and propose remedial actions (if any shortcomings are noted).
• Coordinate the "sharing session" for continuous learning process and enhance the knowledge and development of the team.
• Assist in managing the administrative matters of the Internal Audit Services.
• Perform any other duties and functions as instructed by the Audit Committee or President & Managing Director.

Qualifications

Education: Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in information technology/ computer science or related field. Preferred: IIAM / ISACA member, Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), ACCA or MIA member.

Experience: 7 – 9 years of IT Audit experience.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong understanding of general computer controls, data analytics, basic system infrastructure and IT security, IT risk assessment.
• Familiar and have working experience using audit tools or any data analytic software i.e. ACL, IDEA and audit management system i.e. Highbond.
• Analytical and critical thinking; excellent interpersonal and communication skills including presentation and report‑writing skills; meticulous attention to detail; excellent problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work according to deadlines, under pressure; natural inquisitiveness; self‑motivated, determined, high confidence.
• Foster a cooperative work environment; persuasive; keen on continuous learning; global mindset.