Audit Associate

ACCA Careers; Dubai; On-site; AED 72,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCA Careers in the UAE is seeking an Audit Associate to support planning and execution of audit engagements across client assignments. The role requires strong technical accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to work under deadlines while collaborating with senior auditors.

You will gain exposure to IFRS, US GAAP, and ISA standards, participate in risk assessment, review internal controls, and prepare working papers and reports.

Qualifications

• ACCA qualified or equivalent professional qualification.
• Approximately 0 - 3 years of relevant audit experience, preferably with a Big 4 or reputed CA/audit firm.
• Candidates should currently be working in an audit firm.
• Experience in audit planning, preparation, execution, and supervision.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and U.S. GAAP.
• Sound knowledge of conducting audits in accordance with ISA.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, preparing, and executing audit engagements.
• Prepare audit plans for assigned audit areas based on risk, materiality, and engagement objectives.
• Review internal controls and identify control deficiencies, risks, and areas of non-compliance.
• Perform audit tests and substantiate financial statement balances and transactions.
• Inspect cash, receivables, payables, securities, canceled checks, and other supporting documentation.
• Review financial information relating to assets, liabilities, capital, income, and expenditures.
• Examine accounting books, records, and systems for accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with applicable accounting standards.
• Collect and analyze data to identify errors, duplicated effort, inefficiencies, fraud indicators, or non-compliance.
• Document audit procedures, findings, issues, and conclusions in accordance with professional standards.
• Prepare audit working papers, reports, internal communications, and engagement status reports.
• Identify audit findings and provide appropriate recommendations.
• Follow up on outstanding audit matters and unresolved issues.
• Communicate effectively with clients and engagement team members.
• Maintain confidentiality and protect sensitive organizational and client information.
• Support senior auditors and take responsibility for assigned audit areas with minimum supervision.
• Travel to client locations when required.

Skills

Analytical skills

Audit skills

Accounting knowledge

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

ACCA qualification

Job description

Job Title: Audit Associate

Location: Sharjah / Dubai, UAE

Job Type: Full Time

Salary: As applicable, based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience

Qualifications & Experience

• ACCA qualified or equivalent professional qualification.


• Approximately 0 - 3 years of relevant audit experience, preferably with a Big 4 or reputed CA/audit firm.


• Candidates should currently be working in an audit firm.


• Experience in audit planning, preparation, execution, and supervision.


• Strong knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and U.S. GAAP.


• Sound knowledge of conducting audits in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (ISA).

Job Overview

The Audit Associate Junior will support the planning and execution of audit engagements, review internal controls, perform audit testing, analyze financial information, and prepare audit documentation and reports. The role requires strong technical accounting knowledge, analytical ability, attention to detail, and the capacity to work effectively under deadlines.

The successful candidate will work closely with senior auditors and engagement teams, developing expertise in audit procedures, risk assessment, client relationships, and financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, preparing, and executing audit engagements.


• Prepare audit plans for assigned audit areas based on risk, materiality, and engagement objectives.


• Review internal controls and identify control deficiencies, risks, and areas of non-compliance.


• Perform audit tests and substantiate financial statement balances and transactions.


• Inspect cash, receivables, payables, securities, canceled checks, and other supporting documentation.


• Review financial information relating to assets, liabilities, capital, income, and expenditures.


• Examine accounting books, records, and systems for accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with applicable accounting standards.


• Collect and analyze data to identify errors, duplicated effort, inefficiencies, fraud indicators, or non-compliance.


• Document audit procedures, findings, issues, and conclusions in accordance with professional standards.


• Prepare audit working papers, reports, internal communications, and engagement status reports.


• Identify audit findings and provide appropriate recommendations.


• Follow up on outstanding audit matters and unresolved issues.


• Communicate effectively with clients and engagement team members.


• Maintain confidentiality and protect sensitive organizational and client information.


• Support senior auditors and take responsibility for assigned audit areas with minimum supervision.


• Travel to client locations when required.

Desired Candidate Profile

The Ideal Candidate Should Demonstrate

• Excellent analytical, numerical, and audit skills.


• Strong understanding of accounting and auditing principles.


• Thorough technical knowledge of applicable accounting and financial reporting standards.


• Experience designing and performing audit procedures based on risk and materiality.


• Strong risk analysis and problem-solving capabilities.


• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and presentation skills.


• Advanced report-writing abilities.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.


• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.


• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet strict deadlines.


• Strong teamwork and client relationship skills.


• Good professional judgment, initiative, creativity, and maturity.


• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.


• Willingness and ability to travel as required.

Career Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity for an ACCA-qualified audit professional to further develop their technical and leadership capabilities. The successful candidate will gain exposure to diverse audit engagements and have opportunities to progress into more senior audit positions based on performance, experience, and professional development.