Head Internal Audit & Risk
AI Summary
Head of Internal Audit & Risk leads the development and execution of the internal audit framework, oversees outsourced partners, and reports audit findings to executive leadership and the Board.
About this role
Title: Head Internal Audit & Risk - Fuku
URL Source: https://apply.workable.com/j/56CDCF124E
Markdown Content: Head Internal Audit & Risk
The Opportunity
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Establish a high-performance governance framework and build process discipline across the organization.
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Diagnose organizational weaknesses, manage outsourced audit partners, and translate complex findings into actionable improvements for executive leadership.
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Establish the Internal Audit Charter, appoint an outsourced firm, and complete the first audit cycle covering 3–5 high-risk areas.
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Transition to a hybrid internal audit model, develop internal competencies, and embed a self-governed compliance culture within the organization.
Key Responsibilities
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Audit Strategy: Develop a risk-aligned internal audit roadmap, prioritizing high-risk functions such as Treasury, Procurement, and HR for the initial audit cycle.
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Outsourced Management: Serve as the primary liaison for outsourced partners, define audit scopes, validate data, and ensure the accuracy of recommendations.
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Process Improvement: Conduct gap assessments, refresh standard operating procedures (SOPs), and collaborate with department heads to implement remedial actions.
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Governance & Risk: Establish company-wide risk dashboards and integrate risk oversight into all audit planning activities.
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Leadership Reporting: Present data-driven insights and audit status reports to the EXCO, CEO, and Board Audit Committee.
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Integrity: Lead special investigations, including whistleblowing and fraud-risk processes.
Who You Are
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Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
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Certification: Professional qualification such as CIA, CPA, ACCA, CA, or CIMA.
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Experience: 12–15 years in internal audit or governance, with a focus on setting up audit frameworks and managing outsourced partners.
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Skills: Proven expertise in process re-engineering, enterprise risk assessments, and presenting to Board-level stakeholders.
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Visionary: Experience managing hybrid audit models and building internal audit capability.
About the Company:
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Specialized, homegrown Malaysian technology firm.
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In-house capability for building complex, partner-backed software solutions.
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Two decades as a Mission Critical Technology Innovator.
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Established client relationships supported by proven case studies.
Location:
- KLCC Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
How to Apply:
Click the "apply" button to submit an updated CV or your LinkedIn profile. The recruiter is open to sharing additional information before proceeding. Every applicant will receive a reply.
Additional Notes:
A detailed job description will be provided to shortlisted candidates. Only candidates with work rights in Malaysia will be considered.
