Audit - Assistant Manager

Job description

Key Responsibilities 1.    Audit Delivery G Technical Excellence •    Lead audit engagements from acceptance to completion, ensuring compliance with firm methodology and the professional standards. •    Reviews sections prepared by seniors and associates, providing clear feedback and guiding them on audit approach. •    Identify key audit matters, risks, and appropriate audit responses in line with ISA and internal guidance. •    Ensure audit documentation is reviewed and meets internal and regulatory quality standards. •    Consult and coordinate with specialists (valuation, tax, etc.) where required. 2.    Client Relationship Management •    Act as a point of contact for clients during engagements, ensuring smooth communication and timely resolution of queries. •    Conduct status meetings and communicate audit progress, deadlines, and issues. •    Lead discussions on key audit findings and control deficiencies. •    Build strong, trusted relationships to support long-term engagement success. •    Support identification of cross-service opportunities in collaboration with partners. 3.    Team Leadership G Coaching •    Supervise teams of associates and seniors. •    Provide on-the-job coaching, technical guidance, and performance feedback. •    Support resource planning and manage workflow to ensure efficiency and timely delivery. 4.    Quality, Risk G Continuous Improvement •    Champion audit quality, follow firm risk management processes, and support remediation where needed. •    Remain up to date with local regulatory, statutory, and reporting requirements and assess their impact on client engagements. •    Drive improvement initiatives. •    Contribute to consistency and process enhancements across the practice. •    Ensure compliance with independence and ethical requirements across engagements. Required Experience G Skills •    5+ years in external audit with experience supervising (multiple) audit teams. •    Experience leading audits of corporate entities. •    Chartered Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CPA or equivalent). •    Strong working knowledge of ISA, IFRS, and local GAAP. •    Proficient in audit software and Microsoft Office suite. •    Ability to identify key risks and propose effective audit approaches. •    Strong communication and stakeholder management. •    Excellent organisational and project-management capabilities. •    Ability to coach and develop staff.