Company Description

We are a growing consulting firm specializing in internal audit, risk management, ESG advisory, and sustainability reporting. We are looking for a Junior/ Senior Associate with 3–5 years of experience, who can take ownership of audit, risk, and ESG tasks while helping to strengthen clients' internal controls and reporting practices. If you have a strong background in risk-based auditing and governance, we invite you to be part of our team.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute risk-based internal audits across operational, financial, and compliance areas, and prepare clear, structured audit reports.
• Identify internal control deficiencies, recommend improvements, and track the implementation of corrective actions.
• Perform risk assessments and contribute to the development of risk registers, mitigation plans, and control frameworks.
• Undertake ESG-related advisory tasks, including sustainability risk assessments, ESG data verification, and ESG strategy reviews.
• Prepare sustainability reports in line with relevant standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., GRI, ISSB, TCFD).
• Develop or refine internal control frameworks, policies, procedures, and SOPs that address financial, operational, ESG, and compliance risks.
• Prepare materials for client workshops and training sessions on internal audit, risk management, ESG, and sustainability topics.
• Stay current with audit, risk, and ESG-related standards and regulatory developments, applying this knowledge to enhance project outcomes.
• Perform additional assignments and special projects as required by Management.

Requirements

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Risk Management, ESG, Sustainability, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in internal audit, risk advisory, ESG consulting, sustainability reporting, or a related area.
• Strong understanding of internal control concepts, audit methodologies, risk frameworks, and ESG standards (e.g., GRI, ISSB, TCFD).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with strong attention to detail and the ability to identify key insights from complex information.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment, managing priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Strong report writing, documentation, and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with audit, risk, or ESG software/tools is a plus.
• Fluent in English; proficiency in Bahasa Malaysia or Mandarin is a plus.
• Professional certifications such as CIA, CRMA, or ESG-related credentials are an advantage.
• Due to the nature of client engagements and regulatory requirements, this position is intended for candidates based in Malaysia with strong familiarity with the local business and governance landscape.