Jia Qian Law

Senior Audit Associate | External Audit & Assurance | Financial Reporting | 5 Years Experience

Sungai Petani, Kedah, Malaysia

About

Senior Audit Associate with 5 years of experience in external audit and assurance services, involved in planning and executing statutory audit engagements for clients across various industries, including property development, manufacturing, trading, retail, and technology. Skilled in financial statement audits, risk assessment, internal control evaluation, and compliance with MFRS and IFRS. Proven ability to manage audit assignments, supervise junior team members, and deliver engagements within tight deadlines while maintaining audit quality.

Experience

  • Peter Chong & Co (5 yrs)
    • Senior Auditor
      Nov 2023 - Present · 2 yrs 9 mos

      - Lead and execute statutory audit engagements from planning to completion for clients across property development, manufacturing, trading, retail, and technology industries. - Apply risk-based audit approach to identify key audit areas and design appropriate audit procedures. - Review financial statements in compliance with MFRS and IFRS, including supporting schedules and disclosures. - Supervise and review work performed by Audit Associates and intern to ensure audit quality and timely completion. - Evaluate internal control systems, identify weaknesses, and communicate findings with practical recommendations. - Coordinate directly with clients to resolve audit issues and obtain required audit evidence. - Assist in finalisation of audit reports and financial statements for partner review. - Manage multiple audit assignments concurrently under tight deadlines.

    • Semi Senior Auditor
      Nov 2022 - Oct 2023 · 1 yr

      - Assisted in planning and execution of audit engagements under supervision of Senior Audit Associates. - Performed review of accounting records, analytical procedures, and substantive testing on financial statement items. - Prepared and reviewed audit working papers to ensure compliance with audit standards. - Assisted in identifying audit issues and discussed findings with seniors for resolution. - Supported in client communication to obtain audit evidence and clarify accounting matters. - Gained exposure to MFRS/IFRS financial reporting and audit fieldwork processes.

    • Audit Assistant
      Aug 2021 - Oct 2022 · 1 yr 3 mos

      - Performed basic audit procedures including vouching, verification of transactions, and documentation of audit evidence. - Assisted in stock take exercises, fixed asset verification, and bank reconciliations review. - Prepared audit working papers and ensured proper filing and documentation. - Supported senior team members in fieldwork and completion of audit tasks. - Developed understanding of statutory audit process and MFRS/IFRS requirements.

  • Audit Trainee at H.T Tan Associates
    Oct 2020 - Jan 2021 · 4 mos

    The main work:  Responsible for assisting the company’s audit seniors to perform audit procedures such as inquiry, observation, confirmation, inspection, and recalculation.  Prepared bookkeeping and performed test of detail to verify transactions and collect audit evidence, including vouching and tracing transactions, and send confirmations letter.  Executed the process of cross-checking financial records with physical inventory and records.  Calculate tax computation and create an audit report. Accomplishment:  Ability to use Audit Express System and Microsoft Excel to perform audit procedures and audit report.  Completed the audit work assigned by the senior auditor within the specified date.  Improve teamwork, interpersonal, and time management skills.

  • Sale Promoter at MATADOR ENTERPRISES
    Mar 2017 - May 2017 · 3 mos

    Responsible for attracting new customers and helping the company reach revenue targets. Achieved sales of about RM10,000 in one month.

  • Event Promoter at Tiesto
    Nov 2016 - Feb 2017 · 4 mos

    Responsible for demonstrating and providing information on promoted products/services. Achieved sales of about RM15,000 in one month. Total sales are higher than other branches in a fair event.