Assistant Manager/Manager – Quality Management

Founded in 1964, BDO in Malaysia is one of the five largest professional services firm providing Audit & Assurance, Advisory, Tax and Business Services & Outsourcing (BSO) to businesses ranging from established multinational conglomerates to growth-oriented organisations, whether public or private.

BDO’s distinctive reputation is built upon our commitment to all our stakeholders that in order to build a successful business and culture, people are the centerpiece of our business. This really resonates with us and is supported by four main components: People, Development, Purpose and Recognition.

People - We create a supportive and collaborative environment build on trust.

Development - We are committed to nurture our people to grow professionally and personally. We simply believe ‘Your Career Our Journey’.

Purpose - We empower our people to make a positive difference in our organisation ~ for themselves.

Recognition - We have a strong local presence under the network of a growing global BDO organisation and a credible brand.

Overview

The role involves interaction with the quality management team (including monitoring and remediation function) and senior stakeholders and provides an insight into the functioning of the system of quality management of our firm. This role will work closely with the execution team, the process owners and the firm's Leadership.

Key responsibilities

• Assisting the Head of Audit & Accounting Quality Management (HAAQM) in overseeing internal processes and driving a continuous improvement cycle for our quality management system, particularly in identifying gaps in the current control environment and components of ISQM
• Supporting component leads in documenting controls, addressing identified gaps, and resolving operational blockers
• Conducting tests and reviewing the results of ISQM components, while discussing issues with relevant stakeholders
• Analyzing interdependencies and assessing pervasive findings and deficiencies
• Inputting data into the quality management tool and ensuring it is updated in line with tests performed and findings identified
• Communicating observations and managing stakeholder expectations effectively
• Participating in key initiatives to drive continuous improvement through innovation and transformation, embracing change, and challenging existing processes to develop new ways of working

Education and professional skills / knowledge

Experience & Education: :

• A recognised degree in any major business disciplines and/or a Professional Accounting Qualification (MIA, ACCA, ICEAW etc.)
• At least 4 years of working experience, ideally gained in a professional practice environment, for Assistant Manager level
• Well-versed in the International Standard on Quality Management 1 and 2 (ISQM 1 & 2)

Other skills:

• Possess strong people management, interpersonal, communication, and networking skills
• Commitment to audit quality with experience in exercising critical thinking, professional judgment and troubleshooting skills
• Proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills, with a strong command of written and spoken English
• Willingness to undertake ad-hoc assignments and projects as needed

Kindly submit your application together with your resume, along with copies of your latest academic and professional transcripts.

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