Assistant Manager, Internal Audit

Corporate Overview

ELK-Desa Resources Berhad is incorporated and domiciled in Malaysia. It was listed on the Main Market of Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad on 18 December 2012.

ELK-Desa Resources Berhad has two business segments through its wholly-owned subsidiaries, ELK-Desa Capital Sdn Bhd and ELK-Desa Furniture Sdn Bhd.

The ELK-Desa Capital Group is primarily involved in the business of hire purchase financing for used motor vehicles as well as selling general insurance policies as an insurance agent.

The ELK-Desa Furniture Group is primarily involved in the business of trading and wholesaling of home furniture.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead the full internal audit cycle, from audit planning through fieldwork, reporting, and follow-up, in accordance with the approved Internal Audit Plan.
2. Lead and oversee the annual ABMS and AMLA compliance reviews, ensuring compliance with Section 17A of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Act and other applicable regulatory requirements.
3. Manage, monitor, and administer whistleblowing cases in accordance with the Company's Whistleblowing Policy and Procedures.
4. Coordinate, review, monitor, and validate the implementation of Business Improvement Plans across the organization.
5. Prepare accurate, concise, and timely audit and compliance reports, including root cause analysis, risk assessments, and practical recommendations.
6. Present audit findings, compliance updates, and business improvement recommendations confidently to senior management, management committees, and other stakeholders.
7. Provide guidance, coaching, and oversight to team members in the execution of audit and compliance activities

Requirements:

1. Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Auditing, Business, or an equivalent professional qualification.
2. Professional certification such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or membership with The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) will be an added advantage
3. Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in Internal Audit, Risk Management, or Compliance, preferably within a Malaysian financial institution, hire-purchase company, or other highly regulated lending or credit environment.
4. Strong understanding of internal audit methodologies, governance, risk management, and internal control frameworks.
5. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
6. Excellent report writing, presentation, and communication skills.