Manager - External Audit (Banking)

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced individual to join our team as a Manager External Audit (Banking). In this role, you will be responsible for leading and managing external audit engagements for our banking clients, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in auditing within the banking sector, with knowledge of financial products, risk management, and internal controls. Key responsibilities include overseeing the audit process, reviewing financial statements, assessing risk, and providing strategic recommendations to improve controls and processes. The successful candidate will have excellent communication and leadership skills, a proven track record of delivering high-quality audit services, and relevant professional qualifications. Join our dynamic team and make a meaningful impact in the banking industry.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute external audit engagements for banking clients in accordance with regulatory requirements and auditing standards.
• Review and assess the effectiveness of internal controls and risk management systems of banking institutions.
• Lead and guide audit teams in conducting fieldwork, identifying key audit issues, and preparing audit findings.
• Coordinate and communicate with banking clients to discuss audit timelines, findings, and recommendations.
• Stay current on industry developments, regulatory changes, and best practices in banking audit.
• Develop audit reports and provide recommendations to improve banking clients' internal controls and compliance processes.
• Monitor progress and ensure timely completion of audit engagements within budgeted hours.
• Mentor and train junior audit staff to enhance their technical skills and knowledge of banking audit procedures.
• Participate in meetings with senior management and audit committees to present audit findings and recommendations.
• Collaborate with other departments within the organization to address cross-functional audit issues and initiatives related to banking services.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation
• Minimum of 5 years of external auditing experience, preferably in the banking industry
• Strong knowledge of financial regulatory requirements and auditing standards
• Excellent communication and leadership skills for effectively managing audit teams and interacting with banking stakeholders

Job Details

Role Function: N/A
Work Type: Full-Time
Role Level: Mid-Level
Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Dubai
Number of Vacancies: 1
Job Category: Banking