Assistant Audit Manager / Manager

Job Description

About Our Client

We are collaborating with a top 10 audit firm that has a prominent global association of independent audit, tax, and advisory services. Recognized among the top accounting networks worldwide, this organization is well-regarded for its commitment to professional growth, high standards of work, and a broad spectrum of clients across various industries.

Job Summary

We are looking for a forward-thinking and seasoned Assistant Manager or Manager to oversee complex assurance assignments and guide audit teams. This pivotal leadership position involves managing a varied portfolio of MNCs, public-listed companies, and SMEs while ensuring audit excellence, elevating team performance, and contributing to the organization’s technical and operational advancement.

Job Responsibilities

Provide leadership, coaching, and direction to audit teams, overseeing performance evaluations and promoting a cohesive, results-driven environment.

Plan, manage, and finalize complex audit engagements — including both local and cross-border group audits — in accordance with professional standards.

Build and sustain strong client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor in enhancing internal controls and operational processes.

Review audit deliverables such as reports and management letters, ensuring all key risks are identified, addressed, and communicated clearly.

Oversee engagement timelines, budgets, and outputs to ensure timely delivery and strict adherence to quality and compliance expectations.

Support the firm’s growth through involvement in business development efforts, staff training, and ongoing improvements to audit methodologies.

Requirements

Requirements

Minimum  5 years of hands-on experience in audit or within a professional services firm.

A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline, or possession of a recognised professional qualification such as ACCA, CPA, ICAEW, or MICPA (a professional certification is mandatory).

Strong technical understanding of MFRS / MPERS and International Standards on Auditing.

Proven ability to lead teams , manage client relationships, and resolve complex issues.

High-level analytical capabilities , strong business acumen, and excellent written communication skills.

Exceptional proficiency in spoken and written English ; Mandarin language skills will be considered an added advantage.

Driven, proactive, and adaptable , with a strong commitment to maintaining high compliance and professional standards.

Requirements

Requirements Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in audit or within a professional services firm. A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline, or possession of a recognised professional qualification such as ACCA, CPA, ICAEW, or MICPA (a professional certification is mandatory). Strong technical understanding of MFRS / MPERS and International Standards on Auditing. Proven ability to lead teams, manage client relationships, and resolve complex issues. High-level analytical capabilities, strong business acumen, and excellent written communication skills. Exceptional proficiency in spoken and written English; Mandarin language skills will be considered an added advantage. Driven, proactive, and adaptable, with a strong commitment to maintaining high compliance and professional standards.