The Audit Associate role is a strong opportunity for audit professionals who want to develop their technical expertise across external audit engagements. This role involves supporting audit planning, fieldwork, documentation and client communication while working closely with experienced professionals.
Responsibilities
- Assist in planning and executing external audit engagements for clients
- Perform audit fieldwork, including testing financial transactions and account balances
- Prepare and review audit working papers and supporting documentation
- Evaluate internal controls and risk management processes to identify audit findings, discrepancies and areas for improvement
- Ensure audit work complies with applicable accounting standards, including IFRS and MFRS, as well as relevant audit standards
- Liaise with clients to obtain required documents and clarify audit queries
- Support the preparation of audit reports, financial statements and management letters while meeting audit timelines and deliverables
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field
- 2 to 3 years of audit experience in a commercial setting, audit environment or accounting firm
- Professional qualifications or certifications such as ACCA or MIA would be an added advantage
- Good understanding of audit processes, working papers and financial documentation
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage deadlines and audit deliverables
- Good communication skills and the ability to liaise professionally with clients
About the company
A company in the accounting and professional services industry, this firm is part of a United Kingdom-based international network of independent professional services firms. It provides audit, accounting, tax and business services, supporting clients through financial, compliance and advisory services in Malaysia.
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