Job Description

Salary Market Aligned

Location Kuala Lumpur FULL_TIME

Consultant Madiha MdRidza

Job Ref 1904530/001

Date posted 16 February 2023 kuala-lumpur banking-financial-services/investment-banking 2023-02-16 2023-04-17 financial-services Kuala Lumpur MY Robert Walters https://www.robertwalters.com.my https://www.robertwalters.com.my/content/dam/robert-walters/global/images/logos/web-logos/square-logo.png true

An exciting AVP, Internal Audit role has just become available at a renowned investment banking company based in Kuala Lumpur. This is a role for professionals who is looking for an exciting opportunity to be a part of the changing landscape in the financial services industry.

About the AVP, Internal Audit Role:
In this business critical role, you will evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls relating to the risks within those business areas, working under moderate supervision, e.g. in complex situations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform/lead/supervise risk-based financial and/or operational audit, investigations, and other ad hoc assignments to evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of systems of internal controls and to ensure compliance to regulatory requirements
• Identify areas of weaknesses/improvement opportunities as well as the implications and develop recommendations to improve the systems of internal controls
• Prepare draft/final reports for presentation to the management
• Perform quality reviews on work performed by team members, where applicable, to ensure that these adhere to expected technical and reporting standards

To succeed in this AVP, Internal Audit role, you will need to perform follow up reviews to ensure timely implementation of the agreed remedial measures.

Key Requirements:

• Degree in accounting, finance or related disciplines
• Professional qualifications such as CIA, CBA, or CPA/CA designation is an advantage
• Three to eight years of work experience in the related field. Those with work experience in investment banking, equity broking or asset management will have an advantage
• Good understanding of internal auditing standards, COSO and risk management practices
• Familiar with corporate governance, relevant regulatory requirements, i.e. BNM/Securities Commission/Bursa Malaysia
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Knowledgeable in audit software tool, i.e. ACL/IDEA is an advantage
• Good analytical, problem solving, report writing, interpersonal and communication skills
• Good planning and organisational skills, able to work independently

This organisation is an exciting addition to the financial services industry. The firm is very focused on developing and training their people to the highest standards.

If you are driven, determined and want to take the next step in your career, this is the role for you. Great career progression opportunities await the right person in this AVP, Internal Audit role.

Robert Walters