Senior Internal Auditor
On-site, based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
The Company:
Chronos Consulting is part of the Coberon Chronos Group, an award-winning global leader in permanent and temporary staffing, RPO, and business process automation solutions for global multinationals. The Group owns and operates 52 offices worldwide.
The Senior Auditor/ Assistant Manager, Group Internal Audit has the primary responsibility of conducting financial, operational, compliance, IT audits and special investigations across all of the Group's operating divisions and affiliates.
Job Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute a comprehensive risk-based internal audit plan covering financial, operational, compliance, IT and others (as needed) that aligns with the organization's long-term strategic goals and objectives.
- Lead the internal audit projects by ensuring quality, independence, and integrity in all audit activities while maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders.
- Evaluate adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls and risk management processes across diverse business units to identify areas for improvement.
- Prepare clear, concise, and well-structured audit reports with practical recommendations to advise management on internal control enhancements and emerging risks.
- Follow up on implementation status of audit recommendations and report progress to management.
- Support investigations into potential fraud or irregularities as required.
- Stay informed of emerging trends and contribute to the enhancement and continuous improvement of internal audit methodologies and programs.
- Leverage appropriate audit techniques and tools, including data analytics, to assess organizational risk exposure and identify gaps.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance or related disciplines.
- CPA or CIA certification is required.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in internal audit/risk advisory/internal control or external auditing, ideally with a combination of in-house roles in MNCs and/or with a consulting firm.
- Candidates with experience related to manufacturing, energy or EPC industry preferred.
- Experience with leading investigations into potential fraud or irregularities is essential.
- Exposure to IT risk management, IT audits, and data analytics would be an added advantage.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with people at all levels.
- Well presented with excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Must be able and willing to travel (internationally) for at least 30-40% of the time throughout the year for audit engagements.
