Senior Auditor

Job Title: Senior Auditor

Vacancy: 1 Vacancy

Nationality: Any Nationality

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Senior Auditor whose prime responsibility will be to lead audit assignments.

The candidate's duties and responsibilities include:

1. Manage financial statements audit and all the services related to the audit.
2. Prepare audit findings, write audit reports, and develop recommendations. Ensure compliance with all applicable plans, policies, and IFRS standards.
3. Develop audit objectives, plans, and scope by reviewing available information and conducting research.
4. Stay current on industry trends and best accounting and audit practices.
5. Visit the clients as per their requirements and will travel from time to time.
6. Plan, supervise and perform a review of financial statements and other financial data for clients, including due diligence, audits and general financial consulting.
7. Completion of external audit assignments across a diverse portfolio of clients.
8. Ability to handle audits independently and supervise a team of auditors.
9. Preparation and review of tax computations, returns and other related documents in compliance with the UAE tax laws.
10. Assist clients in developing effective tax strategies and structures to minimize tax liabilities and maximise tax benefits.
11. Help clients establish and maintain proper accounting systems, controls, and procedures.
12. Assess the effectiveness of internal controls and risk management systems within client organisations.
13. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs and providing tailored solutions.
14. Lead audit teams and supervise and mentor junior auditors.
15. Hands-on experience from audit planning to the conclusion stage or the ability to handle audits independently with minimal supervision.
16. Identify risk matters to the business.
17. Schedule, plan and complete risk-based audits.
18. Report and present findings to the Partner and client, making recommendations for solutions and improvements to policies/procedures.
19. Understand the commercial objectives of the business and the impact made by the audit process and objectives.
20. Liaise with the client's Finance Department or company directors.
21. Plan and deliver audits of determined business areas or department.
22. Ensure the business complies with all relevant internal control requirements, industry benchmarks, regulations and government legislation.
23. Lead, supervise, manage and develop the team of auditors.
24. Assist with other audit matters and projects.
25. Enable the business to fulfil its commitments to international and government compliance standards and requirements.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Professional certification such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant audit experience, preferably in a public accounting or internal audit role.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively communicate complex information to stakeholders.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
• Leadership skills and the ability to manage and motivate a team.
• Ethical conduct and high integrity.
• Proficiency in auditing software and Microsoft Office suite.