Senior Internal Audit

Type of contract

Full Time

Location

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Service line

Consulting

Why join us

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We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Internal Auditor to join our internal audit team. This role is responsible for independently leading and executing complex audits, identifying risks, evaluating internal controls, and ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will be a critical thinker with excellent analytical and communication skills, capable of delivering high-quality audit results that drive process improvement and business value.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and lead internal audits, ensuring high-quality and timely delivery
• Review how clients manage risks, controls, and processes, and suggest improvements
• Write clear and practical audit reports with useful recommendations
• Act as the main contact for clients during audit projects
• Support business development through proposals and client meetings
• Ensure all work follows internal processes and professional standards (e.g. IIA)
• Guide and support junior team members
• Stay updated on relevant regulations, risks, and industry trends
• Work closely with other teams (e.g. risk, compliance, technology) to give joined-up advice

Qualifications and Experience:

• 3 – 5 years’ experience in internal audit, risk advisory, or external audit, with demonstrable experience delivering client-facing audit or assurance projects.
• Strong understanding of risk, controls, and governance
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Able to manage projects and client relationships confidently
• Relevant professional qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIA) – or working towards one
• Good attention to detail and ability to think critically
• Team player who can also work independently