internal audit manager (johor).

Job Purpose

To lead and manage internal audit engagements across the Group's business units, ensuring effective risk management, internal controls, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency. The role involves planning, executing, and reporting on audit assignments and providing recommendations to improve governance and control processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Audit Planning & Execution

  • Develop risk-based annual audit plans in consultation with senior management.

  • Lead and execute financial, operational, compliance, and IT audits across various subsidiaries.

  • Evaluate internal controls, identify control gaps, and recommend process improvements.

• Risk Management & Compliance

  • Assess adequacy and effectiveness of internal control systems in mitigating business risks.

  • Ensure audits are in compliance with IIA standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies.

• Reporting

  • Prepare clear, concise, and timely audit reports with practical recommendations.

  • Present findings to senior management and audit committees, where necessary.

  • Monitor the implementation of audit recommendations and report progress.

• Leadership & Team Management

  • Supervise, coach, and mentor internal audit staff during fieldwork.

  • Promote a culture of integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Special Assignments

  • Conduct ad-hoc investigations, fraud reviews, or management-requested projects.

  • Support in system implementations, control reviews, and business transformation initiatives.

Requirements

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.

• Professional qualifications such as CPA, ACCA, CIA or equivalent are preferred.

• Minimum 6–10 years of relevant internal audit experience, ideally with Big 4 and commercial experience in large organizations.

• Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks, risk management, corporate governance, and audit methodologies.

• Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP preferred).

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and report-writing skills.

• Able to travel to subsidiaries and operating sites within Malaysia and occasionally overseas.

Preferred Attributes

• Experience in auditing across diversified industries (e.g. manufacturing, property, retail, logistics).

• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset.

• Proactive, independent, and resourceful.