Project Internal Audit and Compliance Manager

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Project Audit and Compliance Manager to join a leading organisation in the oil and gas sector, based in Kuala Lumpur. This role is designed for an experienced professional who thrives on strengthening internal controls, enforcing governance discipline, and ensuring full compliance with corporate policies and contract requirements. You will be at the heart of project execution, acting as the primary focal point for internal and external audits, while driving audit readiness and compliance across major EPCIC projects. The organisation offers a collaborative environment where your expertise will be valued, and you will have the chance to make a significant impact on operational excellence. With access to ongoing training opportunities and supportive leadership, this position provides an ideal platform for career growth within a dynamic industry. * Play a pivotal role in shaping audit and compliance frameworks for high-value oil and gas projects, ensuring robust governance and risk mitigation throughout project lifecycles. * Enjoy working in a supportive environment where your commitment to integrity, attention to detail, and ability to foster a culture of compliance are recognised and rewarded.

What you'll do:

As Project Audit and Compliance Manager based in Kuala Lumpur within the oil & gas sector, you will play a central role in ensuring that every aspect of project execution meets rigorous audit standards. Your day-to-day activities will involve close collaboration with multiple departments to prepare them for audits while maintaining meticulous records that support transparency. You will drive improvements in internal controls by implementing best practices across finance and supply chain functions. By managing contract compliance matrices for complex EPCIC projects such as FLNG and midstream operations, you will help safeguard contractual obligations. Your efforts in risk management reporting will provide senior leaders with actionable insights into process weaknesses. Through regular training initiatives aimed at building a culture of compliance within the team, you will empower colleagues to uphold high standards. Success in this role requires not only technical proficiency but also excellent interpersonal skills to nurture strong relationships with both internal teams and external partners.

• Serve as the main liaison with Group Internal Audit teams and external auditors, including lenders’ advisors, coordinating all aspects of audit engagements from evidence submissions to interviews.
• Prepare various departments such as Supply Chain Management, Human Resources, Project Control, Engineering, and HSES for audit processes by ensuring documentation is complete and standards are met.
• Lead the closure of audit findings by implementing Corrective And Preventive Actions (CAPA) and maintaining an up-to-date Audit Findings Register.
• Implement comprehensive internal controls across Finance, Supply Chain Management, Project Controls, and general business processes to ensure compliance with Delegation of Authority (DOA), procurement governance, segregation of duties, progress certification, accruals validation, fraud-risk controls, and conflict-of-interest protocols.
• Maintain detailed Contract Compliance Matrices for FLNG and Midstream contracts to ensure all documentation requirements for milestone payments, AFC submissions, NCR closures, performance tests, insurances, bonds, notices, and obligations are tracked accurately.
• Establish robust filing systems aligned with company procedures as well as ISO standards to guarantee traceability of approvals, decisions, deviations, variation order proposals (VOP), change order workflows (CO), procurement files, and conduct weekly spot checks for quality assurance.
• Lead updates to the Project Risk Register by identifying process weaknesses and proposing effective mitigations to enhance overall project governance.
• Prepare monthly governance and compliance reports for senior stakeholders including the Project Director, Executive Committee (EXCO), and Audit Committee to keep them informed of key developments.
• Conduct regular training sessions on audit readiness, documentation best practices, procurement governance, contract compliance requirements to strengthen the compliance culture across the Project Management Team.
• Foster positive working relationships both internally across all departments and externally with auditors, lenders’ representatives, EPCIC contractors to ensure seamless communication and collaboration.

What you bring:

To excel as Project Audit and Compliance Manager you will bring extensive experience gained from top-tier audit firms where you have managed multifaceted audits involving large capital projects. Your background should include hands-on exposure to EPC/EPCIC contracts within LNG or petrochemical environments—enabling you to navigate intricate regulatory landscapes confidently. Professional credentials such as ACCA/CPA/CA are essential alongside deep familiarity with international accounting standards like IFRS 15 & IAS 16/36/37. Your approach combines analytical rigour with high ethical standards; you consistently deliver reliable results through disciplined documentation practices. You possess exceptional communication abilities which allow you to share knowledge effectively during training sessions while building trust among diverse teams. Your capacity for diplomatic stakeholder engagement ensures that corrective actions are implemented smoothly without friction—making you an invaluable resource for driving continuous improvement across all facets of project governance.

• Minimum 12 years’ experience in Big-4 audit firms at Senior / Assistant Manager / Manager level with proven track record in managing large-scale audits.
• Deep understanding of audit methodologies including risk-based controls assessment, evidence testing procedures, process review techniques relevant to complex projects.
• Extensive experience auditing EPC/EPCIC contracts within LNG or petrochemical sectors or other major CAPEX projects involving multiple stakeholders.
• Professional qualifications such as ACCA/CPA/CA demonstrating advanced knowledge of accounting principles.
• Expertise in internal control frameworks like COSO/SOX along with thorough familiarity with IFRS 15 revenue recognition standards plus IAS 16/36/37 asset management regulations.
• Direct experience working for oil & gas owners/operators providing insight into industry-specific challenges including insurance requirements & offshore operations.
• High levels of integrity combined with strong analytical skills enabling accurate identification & resolution of issues during audits or reviews.
• Demonstrated discipline in documentation management ensuring rigorous record keeping & traceability throughout project lifecycles.
• Ability to challenge stakeholders diplomatically while fostering consensus around corrective actions or process improvements.
• Exceptional communication skills supporting clear articulation of complex concepts during training sessions or stakeholder meetings.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out as a leader within the oil & gas industry due to its unwavering commitment to operational excellence and robust governance frameworks. Employees benefit from a collaborative atmosphere where teamwork is prioritised over hierarchy—creating space for open dialogue between departments. The company invests heavily in professional development through targeted training programmes designed to enhance both technical competencies and soft skills related to audit readiness or contract management. Supportive leadership encourages knowledge sharing so that everyone feels empowered to contribute ideas towards improving processes or mitigating risks. By joining this organisation you become part of a network dedicated not only to delivering world-class projects but also nurturing personal growth within an inclusive environment.

What's next:

If you are ready to take your career forward by making a meaningful impact on project governance within the oil & gas sector then this is your moment—apply now!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided.

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Agensi Pekerjaan Robert Walters Sdn Bhd
Business Registration Number : 729828-T
Licence Number : JTKSM 423C