Audit Assistant

Background

AKH & Partners PLT provides a broad spectrum of professional services encompassing Audit & Assurance, Taxation, Advisory, and Accounting. Our approach integrates technical expertise, industry insight, and innovative methodologies to help clients achieve transparency, compliance, and sustainable growth.

Beyond client service, we offers opportunities for continuous learning, mentorship, and career development in a collaborative and inclusive environment. At AKH & Partners, we are dedicated to delivering excellence where it matters most to our clients, our people, and the profession.

Key Responsibilities

As an Audit Assistant, you will participate in a wide range of audit engagements serving clients from various sectors, including trading, plantation, automotives, healthcare services, cooperative bodies, government agencies, city councils, and not-for-profit organizations such as foundations and charities.

• Develop a strong understanding of clients’ businesses, operations, and industry-specific risks.
• Assist in planning, execution, and completion of statutory and special audit assignments in accordance with approved standards.
• Collect, verify, and analyze financial data to ensure accuracy and compliance with applicable accounting frameworks (MPERS, MFRS, IFRS).
• Prepare and organize audit working papers, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and adherence to firm procedures.
• Perform audit testing on account balances and transactions, including analytical and substantive procedures.
• Identify and highlight audit issues, accounting discrepancies, or internal control weaknesses and discuss findings with the audit senior or manager.
• Assist in drafting audit reports, management letters, and financial statements.
• Ensure proper documentation and referencing of all work performed within the audit file.
• Liaise with clients to gather necessary information and resolve audit queries professionally and promptly.
• Assist in the preparation of tax computations and other compliance-related tasks, where applicable.
• Monitor engagement progress, ensuring work is completed within agreed timelines and budget.
• Support senior team members in coordinating fieldwork and managing client relationships.
• Maintain client confidentiality and professional ethics in all dealings.
• Keep abreast with current accounting and auditing developments, including updates to standards and regulations.
• Participate in internal training, mentoring, and firm events to enhance technical and soft skills.
• Demonstrate initiative and accountability in managing assigned tasks.
• Contribute to a positive and collaborative team culture, supporting peers and sharing knowledge.
• Willing to travel to client locations or outstation assignments as required.

Requirements

Salary and Benefits

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