Internal Audit Executive (Fintech)

TL;DR

Internal Audit Executive (Fintech): Evaluating the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management practices, and operational processes across the organization. Focus on conducting audits, identifying control gaps, and ensuring adherence to governance standards to support business process enhancement.

Location: On-site in Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia.

Company

A leading insurance platform in Southeast Asia serving over 8 million users, focused on building AI-driven applications in a fast-moving, high-ownership environment.

What you will do

• Conduct internal audits across business functions to evaluate operational efficiency and control effectiveness.
• Review financial transactions and operational processes to ensure accuracy and policy adherence.
• Identify and assess risks, control weaknesses, and potential fraud indicators.
• Perform audit testing, process walkthroughs, and compliance reviews.
• Prepare detailed audit reports with actionable recommendations and corrective action plans.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to monitor and implement corrective actions.

Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Accounting, Finance, Audit, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in audit, including at least 2 years in internal audit.
• Strong understanding of payments, invoices, vendor management, and accounting principles.
• High attention to detail with strong analytical and investigative skills.
• Familiarity with approval matrices, segregation of duties, and finance SOPs.
• Ability to objectively review and challenge transactions.

Nice to have

• Experience with fraud detection, duplicate payment identification, or vendor audits.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive compensation aligned with individual impact.
• Fast-track career growth with direct exposure to leadership.
• Flat, high-ownership environment valuing initiative.
• Collaborative team focused on speed, clarity, and excellence.