MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As an Internal Audit Assistant Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management processes, and compliance within the organization. You will work closely with the Head of Internal Audit to develop audit plans, conduct audits, and provide recommendations to improve operational efficiency and mitigate risks.
Responsibilities:
- Reports to the Head of Internal Audit.
- Lead and execute audits in accordance to the audit plan.
- Identify key business risks, controls and develop audit plans in response to audit findings. Execute the
- Audit and accomplish the report for discussion, to present findings to the Management.
- Review existing policies and procedure for deficiencies or lack of compliance with laws and to develop objective recommendations for improvements based on audit findings.
- Undertake corporate-wide initiatives and ad-hoc special projects within Malaysia.
- Carry out investigations relating to whistleblowing or request from Management.
- Carry out store reviews within Malaysia.
- Conduct follows up audits to monitor corrective actions and implementations.
- Engage to continuous knowledge development on governance and controls, best practices, tools, techniques and performance standards.
- Collaborate with cross functional teams, provide guidance to junior audit staff, and foster team spirit within the team.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field. (Professional certification such as CIA, CISA, or CPA is a plus).
- Proven experience in internal auditing, preferably in a corporate environment.
- Strong understanding of internal control concepts and audit methodologies.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
- Proficiency in SAP, Microsoft Office Suite and audit software tools.
- Knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements and industry standards.
- Integrity and professionalism in handling confidential information.