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Audit Associate

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This job is for an Audit Associate, where you'll check financial records, perform inventory counts, and spot any issues. You might like this job because you enjoy detail-oriented work and helping businesses improve their financial practices.

RM 2800 - RM 3800

Petaling Jaya, Selangor

Job Description

Audit Fieldwork & Execution

  • Perform statutory audit procedures on financial statements in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (ISA) and the firm’s audit methodology.
  • Execute substantive testing, including vouching for documents, bank reconciliations, confirmation circulation, and analytical procedures.
  • Assist in carrying out physical inventory counts (stock-takes) and fixed asset verifications at client sites.
  • Identify audit issues, discrepancies, or internal control weaknesses and communicate them to the Audit Senior/Manager.

Documentation & Reporting

  • Prepare clear, accurate, and complete audit working papers and documentation to support audit findings.
  • Assist in reviewing financial statements and necessary disclosures in compliance with MFRS/MPERS and the Companies Act 2016.

Client Management

  • Liaise professionally with client finance teams to obtain necessary audit evidence and explanations.
  • Maintain client confidentiality and uphold the code of ethics and professional conduct at all times.

Job Requirements

 Education & Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
  • Partial or full professional qualification (e.g., ACCA, CPA Australia, MICPA, ICAEW) is highly desirable.
  • Fresh graduates with strong academic records are encouraged to apply.

Technical Skills:

  • Solid understanding of accounting principles, MFRS, and MPERS.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (specifically Excel and Word).
  • Familiarity with audit software (e.g., aBot, AXP) is an added advantage.

Soft Skills & Languages:

  • Good command of written and spoken English.
  • Proficiency in Mandarin is an added advantage (often required for dealing with SME clients in Malaysia).
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines, especially during the peak audit season.
  • Willingness to travel to client sites within Malaysia when required.

Skills

Accounting
External Auditing

Company Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

- Hybrid Work (Work from home policy) - Flexi-Hours

Future-Ready Commute

We are located extremely close to the upcoming LRT3 station which is set to operate in Q2 2026.

Insurance

Group medical insurance is provided for all confirmed staff

Training

Annual training/updates on latest accounting/tax development

Company trip

Annual company trip


Additional Info

Company Activity

Last active - few hours ago

Experience Level

#NoExperienceNeeded

Career Level

Entry Level

Job Specialisation


Company Profile

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Fong & Co

To support our clients' current and future goals, helping them cultivate long-term success. Established in 2017 and based in Petaling Jaya, Fong & Co. is led by a team of experienced accountants. We have a proven track record of delivering diverse accounting solutions, including Audit, Taxation, and Consultancy. We invest in our people. Recognized as an ACCA Approved Employer and an ICAEW Authorized Training...