Assistant Manager Internal Audit (Malaysia/Philippines/India)

The Assistant Manager – Internal Audit will be responsible for evaluating and improving the

effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes in the organization. The

role involves conducting internal audits, ensuring compliance with company policies, and

providing recommendations to enhance operational efficiency and financial integrity. The

individual will also focus on fraud detection and mitigation within the direct selling framework.

This role could be based in Malaysia/Philippines/India.

Key Responsibilities:

Audit Planning & Execution:

• Develop and execute internal audit plans based on risk assessments.
• Conduct audits of financial, operational, and compliance functions, specifically within the
• direct selling model.
• Assess the effectiveness of internal controls and identify areas for improvement.
• Review business processes and systems to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.
• Experience in undertaking complex data analysis/analytics to identify data analomalies and
• potential fraud indicators.
• Knowledge around the Continous Controls Monitoring framework.

Risk Assessment & Compliance:

• Identify potential risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, regulatory standards, and industry best practices.
• Monitor adherence to legal and ethical guidelines relevant to the direct selling industry.

Fraud Detection & Prevention:

• Conduct forensic audits and investigations in case of suspected fraud or financial
• discrepancies.
• Knowledge in developing fraud risk assessment as part of the fraud prevention activities.
• Develop and implement fraud prevention mechanisms.
• Maintain an effective whistleblower mechanism to report fraudulent activities.

Reporting & Recommendations:

• Prepare detailed audit reports with findings, risk implications, and recommendations.
• Present audit reports and recommendations to senior management.
• Track audit recommendations and ensure timely implementation of corrective actions.

Process Improvement & Advisory:

• Provide insights on process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
• Assist in designing and implementing internal control systems.
• Support management in decision-making by providing financial and risk insights.

What We are Looking For:

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related discipline.
• Professional certifications such as CPA, CA, CIA, or CISA is preferred.
• Possess at least 5 years of Internal Audit experience, preferably in FMCG, retail, or direct selling.
• Strong knowledge of risk, controls, compliance, and audit practices.
• Experience with data analytics and fraud investigations is an added advantage.
• Strong communication, reporting, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Excel, Power BI, and audit analytics tools.
• High integrity, attention to detail, and ability to work independently.