Associate - Audit 4

Date:  21 Aug 2026
Location: 

Kuala Lumpur, MY

1. Audit Execution

  • Support audit planning, fieldwork, reporting, follow-up, and audit observation tracking for assigned audits.
  • Ensure all audit work is delivered efficiently, within budget, and meets internal audit methodology requirements, quality standards, and timelines.

2. Special Investigation & Project/Task Execution

  • Assist in special investigations, projects, and ad-hoc tasks as assigned by the Head of Internal Audit Department (IAD).

3. Communication & Reporting

  • Assist the IAD team in delivering timely and effective communication of audit opinions, audit observations, and root-cause analysis to relevant stakeholders.
  • Support the Head of IAD in preparing and presenting internal audit reports to the Board Audit Committee and Senior Leadership Committee, highlighting key concerns promptly.

4. Audit Strategy

  • Participate in developing the IAD strategic plan, departmental key performance indicators, and initiatives aligned with KWAP’s business objectives and risk appetite.
  • Contribute to the formulation and enhancement of internal audit methodology consistent with internal audit best practices, covering risk assessment, audit planning, fieldwork, reporting, and follow-up processes.

5. Risk-Based Annual Audit Plan

  • Participate in annual risk assessments to support the development of a comprehensive, risk-based annual audit plan ensuring adequate audit coverage.

6. Internal Audit Management

  • Support the assigned internal audit manager in capacity planning to ensure audit teams can execute audit scopes effectively and efficiently.

Key Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Accounting, Finance, or any related field.
  • Minimum of four (4) years of relevant experience in auditing.
  • Professional certifications in auditing or accounting (such as Certified Internal Auditor, Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, and Certified Public Accountant) are an added advantage.
  • Strong ability to analyse information objectively and think critically or creatively when required, particularly in planning, executing fieldwork, and reporting internal audit results.
  • Solid understanding of corporate governance, risk management, and internal control frameworks.