Senior Analyst, Global Internal Audit; APAC

Hiring Locations: Penang or Kuala Lumpur

The Senior Analyst, Global Internal Audit (GIA) will be responsible for leading, planning, organizing, and executing internal audits throughout the Company (including internal control, financial, operational, compliance and consulting). Entities to be reviewed may include international sales offices and shared service locations, Corporate and divisional functions, manufacturing plants, distribution centers, and acquired/divested businesses.

• Obtaining an understanding of the business areas under review and the associated business and compliance risks to develop an effective risk‑based audit approach.
• Collaborating closely with GIA managers to develop the project risk assessment for the project plan and scope, document project scope and approach, and draft applicable audit procedures.
• Performing various audit procedures to assess the following as they relate to the business areas under review:
  • Adequacy of internal control environment
  • Efficiency/effectiveness of business processes
  • Accuracy of financial statements
  • Compliance with Company policies and procedures and external rules and regulations
  • Other areas on an as‑needed basis
• Assessing the impact/risk associated with any areas of concern identified through the audit process, proposing recommendations to address these risks, working with management to develop appropriate corrective actions, and timely follow‑up of audit issues.
• Communicating and presenting effectively with business management to ensure clarity regarding audit results and that appropriate action plans are being implemented.
• Developing working relationships with various levels of management, acting as a problem‑solving resource, while continuously sharing best practices and areas for improvement.
• Proactively identifying opportunities where GIA or local operations under review can add value to the Company.
• Applying the audit methodology consistently to all engagements and contributing innovative ideas to continuously improve the methodology.
• Ensuring work papers and other deliverables are complete, timely and accurate, presented in a clear and logical manner leading to final conclusions and exceptions.
• Utilizing Power BI and/or Tableau data analytics tools to analyze trends and identify key insights that will assist in the audit process.
• Collaborating with global GIA team to continuously share best practices and develop effective audit approaches to improve the audit function.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with key stakeholders across the organization.
• Assisting in guiding more junior staff.

• Requires minimum Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business disciplines.
• Professional certifications in CPA, ACCA, CIA, CFE, CMA or CISA preferred.
• At least 7 years of progressive experience in Audit, preferably prior Big Four firm in advisory or consulting, and/or in an internal audit role within global and complex multinational organization.
• Demonstrated understanding of the relationship of information systems, internal controls, and business processes and the underlying risks.
• Knowledge of US GAAP accounting and internal controls; IFRS and SOX 404 a plus.
• Experienced with data analytics tools during planning, execution and reporting to optimize coverage and effectiveness.
• Candidates with Power BI and/or Tableau experience is a plus.
• Experience with SAP system is desired.
• Experience related to information systems risks and executing ITGC audits is an advantage.
• Ability to work independently but also be a strong team player within a team.
• Strong project/time management skills with the ability to organize and manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent report writing skills, with ability to articulate issues accurately, concisely, and logically in English.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with all levels of management.
• Mature, positive, and passion for learning and improvement.
• Fluent in English;
  Mandarin proficiency is strongly preferred to support audit activities and stakeholder engagement in the China market.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 30% of the year.