Assurance - Professional Practice, Manager

Job description

Assurance Operations Accelerator – Professional Practice Department, Manager

Our Assurance group is one of the most trusted, respected and influential practice in the industry. As part of our team, you will provide peace of mind to clients by using your skills and experience to give companies, investors and regulators confidence in the validity of financial statements and business-critical information or processes. Groups (or, as we call them, sub-service lines) within Assurance include External Audit, Climate Change and Sustainability Services, Financial Accounting Advisory Services, Professional Practice and Forensics & Integrity Services.

The opportunity

We are looking for an Administrative Manager to support the administration and operations of our Professional Practice Department in our Kuala Lumpur office.

The Professional Practice Department assists our clients in addressing the accounting and financial reporting challenges facing their businesses. You will be part of a team that provides insights and services which accelerate decision-making.

Your key responsibilities

• Assisting the Professional Practice leaders by planning and coordinating administrative procedures and devising ways to improve and streamline processes
• Working with other leaders and team members from various divisions within the Assurance Practice to collate, organise and manage information for compliance with policies and regulations
• Assisting in the administration of special projects and tracking progress towards organisation goals
• Preparing and reviewing information for internal and external compliance reporting
• Managing and maintaining databases which support the administration and operations of Assurance Practice
• Performing clerical and general office duties as needed

Skills and attribute to success

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong drive to excel professionally
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills
• Dedicated, innovative, resourceful and able to work under pressure
• Foster an efficient, innovative and team-oriented work environment

To qualify for the role you must have

• A bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field / ACCA affiliate
• Preferable with 4-6 years of work experience in Assurance or relevant industry
• Experience in an operations-related, business management or control function is preferred
• Financial literacy and the ability to interpret results and provide advice on performance. In addition, the ability to forecast and project areas that the leaders need to focus on

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Knowledge of business trends, emerging accounting/financial reporting/auditing technical matters and industry developments.

What we look for

Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing working environment. An effective communicator, you’ll be equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization. If you’re ready to take on a wide range of responsibilities and are committed to seeking out new ways to make a difference, this role is for you.

What we offer

EY offers a competitive remuneration package commensurate with your work experience, where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. We are committed to being an inclusive employer and are happy to consider flexible working arrangements (FWA), where this may be needed, guided by our FWA Policy. Plus, we offer: 

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build.

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EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.

Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate.

Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.

For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.

Candidates must be resident in Malaysia, or have the right to work in Malaysia.