Principal Specialist, Operations Audit

An exciting Principal Specialist, Operations Audit job has just become available in a reputable payment solutions company based in Kuala Lumpur. This is a role for an audit professional who is looking for an exciting opportunity to be a part of the changing landscape in the financial services industry.

About the Principal Specialist, Operations Audit Role:
In this business critical role, you will plan, develop and deliver independent and objective assurance services to the Group Audit Committee (GAC) and Senior Management of the institution’s governance, internal controls and risk management processes mainly through the disciplined planning, implementing and reporting of internal audits conducted on the various audit entities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Head of Operations Audit and the department in managing and supervising operations/integrated audit jobs throughout the planning, field work and reporting phases within specified deadlines
• Support the Head of Internal Audit in Division’s activities required by the Senior Management and/or organisation’s operations
• Lead team and be involved in audits in accordance with the annual audit plan approved by Group Audit Committee
• Audit observations are to be derived from proper testing, assessment and review of relevant and substantial evidence
• Develop and/or maintain audit programmes
• Assist the Head of Operations Audit in carrying out internal audit strategies and executing audit plan
• Lead and participate in operations/integrated audits within PayNet, which include:
• Plan and manage the execution of operations/integrated audit assignments as per the annual audit plan
• Provide appropriate guidance and coaching to the team members in ensuring timely completion of the audit assignments and review work performed by subordinates/team members
• Review and recommend improvement of internal controls and policies and procedures designed to safeguard organisation resources, promote organisational growth, and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations
• Ensure recommendations are clearly presented and agreed to by the management
• Prepare audit report on the results of operations/integrated audit assignments and ensure timely issuance of report
• Follow-up on all audit recommendations that have been agreed upon by the management and validate adequacy of the action taken by auditee to improve controls
• Develop and maintain the audit programmes

To succeed in the Principal Specialist, Operations Audit role, you will need to develop and maintain quality audit programs, audit documentation, and participate in internal audit continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Requirements:

• Degree in Accounting or Information System or related discipline. A Master’s degree is an added advantage
• Engage in professional development activities, including completion of a professional certification programme CPA/ACCA/CISA/CIA/ISMS Lead Auditor professional certification will be an advantage
• Seven years of working experience as Financial Auditor in large Public Accounting Firm or Financial Institution
• Demonstrate competency in performing audits and have the required skills and knowledge necessary to perform an audit. Sound knowledge of IT related matters and accounting principles
• Demonstrated ability to initiate, plan, executing and complete audit assignment within stipulated timeframe
• Demonstrated the ability to supervise audits and review work performed by the team members to ensure adequacy of audit scope and testing performed, accuracy of the conclusions reached, and completion of the assignment within the stipulated time frame
• Demonstrated competency in providing audit report in an appropriate form to intended recipients upon completion of audit works

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 Principal Specialist, Operations Audit job.

Apply today or contact me to discuss this new opportunity.

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