Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Lead for our Audit team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the timely and high-quality execution of compliance audits. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in audit, risk management, and data analytics, with excellent communication and leadership skills. This position is based in Malaysia (Kuala Lumpur) and will manage a team of auditors, guiding them to develop and execute risk-based audit plans. The Lead will deliver audit findings to external customers and internal stakeholders, ensuring compliance with Client’s pricing contracts and driving process improvements.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the day-to-day activities of the Audit / compliance team, ensuring audits are executed on time and with high quality.
- Develop and review risk-based audit plans, ensuring comprehensive coverage of audit areas.
- Guide and coach auditors, particularly new team members, to enhance their skills and effectiveness.
- Review audit fieldwork conducted by the team, ensuring appropriate auditing methods are used and findings are accurately documented.
- Support auditors in consolidating and presenting audit findings and recommendations to relevant stakeholders, both internal and external.
- Utilize data analytics, audit findings, and continuous learning to identify emerging risks and influence business managers and leaders on appropriate risk mitigation actions.
- Analyze partner claim data and proof-of-performance documentation to support compliance validation and audit decision-making.
- Partner with auditors and program managers to identify automation opportunities for repetitive tasks and reporting processes.
- Support the design and enhancement of data-driven audit models and tools that flag anomalies, risk trends, or non-compliance patterns.
- Collaborate with IT, tools, and program teams to validate data accuracy, integrity, and structure across platforms.
- Drive results by inspiring people, modelling Client’s values, developing the capabilities of others, and fostering a productive work environment.
Qualifications
Master's degree in a relevant discipline (Finance, Accounting, Economics, Data Science, Mathematics, or Business).Professional certifications including MBA, CA, CMA, CIMA, ACCA and CPA, and / or equivalents.Minimum 15 years of work experience in audit, risk management, controls or a financial compliance-related role.Strategic thinking with experience developing and implementing audit strategies and plans.Proven experience in leading and managing teams.Excellent communication skills for reporting and influencing senior management and stakeholders.Advanced analytics skills to analyze complex financial data and identify significant issues.Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.Ability to resolve and address complex audit issues.Organizational savvy with the ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments.Proficiency with advanced audit software and financial systems; staying updated with industry standards and regulations.Familiarity with marketing finance, partner compliance, or co-marketing programs.Seniority
ExecutiveEmployment type
Full-timeJob function
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