Associate Digital Audit
Kuala Lumpur - Malaysia
Job Summary
Line of Service
AssuranceIndustry/Sector
Not ApplicableSpecialism
Risk ArchitectureManagement Level
AssociateJob Description & Summary
The Digital Audit Associate supports the delivery of digital audit engagements as part of the Assurance practice. The role involves assessing technology-related risks and controls within client environments including applications infrastructure cloud platforms and business processes.The Associate will work closely with engagement teams to document systems and processes perform control testing analyse findings and prepare audit documentation in accordance with firm methodologies and professional standards. This role provides exposure to a broad range of industries technologies and audit approaches and offers opportunities to develop technical business and professional skills.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate willbe responsible forthe following:
Support the execution of digital audit engagements for clients across a range of industries.
Assistin obtaining an understanding of client business processes IT environmentssystemsand relevant control frameworks.
Document process flows systemlandscapesand control activities accurately and clearly.
Perform risk assessments toidentifyrelevant technology and business process risks.
Execute testing of ITGeneralControls(ITGCs) automated controls applicationcontrolsand other technology-related controlsin accordance withengagement requirements.
Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of controls andidentifyexceptions or control deficiencies.
Prepare audit working papers and supporting documentation ina timelyandaccuratemanner in line with firm standards.
Assist insummarisingfindings draftingobservationsand communicating issues to engagement team members.
Analysedata and information using approved tools auditmethodologiesand analytical techniques.
Work collaboratively with engagement teams including financial audit teams and technology specialists to support auditobjectives.
Build andmaintaineffective working relationships with internal teams and client personnel.
Comply withthe firms risk management independenceconfidentialityand quality requirements.
Maintain awareness of current developments in technology digitalriskand audit practices.
Demonstrate professional conduct and uphold the firms code of ethics and business conduct.
Requirements
Candidates should meet the followingminimumrequirements:
Bachelors degree in Accountancy Information Technology Computer Science Computer Engineering InformationSystemsor other related disciplines.
Candidates from other academic backgrounds may be considered if theydemonstratea strong interest in technology digitalriskand audit.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with good attention to detail.
Good verbal and written communication skills in English.
Ability to work effectively in teams and build positive working relationships with colleagues and clients.
Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced professional environment.
Basic understanding of business processes informationsystemsor internal controls would beadvantageous.
Preferred Skills
The following attributes and skills would be beneficial:
Interestin emerging technologies digitaltransformationand technology risk management.
Exposure through courseworkinternshipsor projects in areas such as IT audit cybersecurity ERP systems data analytics cloudcomputingor internal controls.
Ability toorganiseand manage multiple tasks within agreed timelines.
Confidence in documenting issues clearly and escalating matters appropriately.
Proficiencyin Microsoft Office applications particularly ExcelWordand PowerPoint.
Familiarity with data analysis tools audittoolsor enterprise systems would be an added advantage.
Competencies
The role requires the candidate todemonstratethe following competencies:
Professionalism and integrity
Collaboration and teamwork
Analytical thinking
Clear communication
Adaptability and learning agility
Accountability and quality focus
Education (if blank degree and/or field of study not specified)
Degrees/Field of Study required:Degrees/Field of Study preferred:Certifications (if blank certifications not specified)
Required Skills
Optional Skills
Accepting Feedback Accepting Feedback Active Listening Artificial Intelligence (AI) Platform Auditing Auditing Methodologies Client Management Communication Compliance Program Implementation Data Analysis and Interpretation Data Ingestion Data Modeling Data Quality Data Security Data Transformation Data Visualization Emotional Regulation Empathy External Audit Financial Reporting Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS) Governance Framework Inclusion Information Security Intellectual Curiosity 17 moreDesired Languages (If blank desired languages not specified)
Travel Requirements
Not SpecifiedAvailable for Work Visa Sponsorship
NoGovernment Clearance Required
NoJob Posting End Date
Required Experience:
IC
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