Audit Engagement Manager - Lead Complex Audits in UAE

The Opportunity EY

Abu Dhabi

On-site

AED 180,000 - 240,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

EY Abu Dhabi is seeking a Manager to lead on complex audit engagements and support growth of the Audit business. You will define audit strategy, supervise engagements, and ensure compliance with EY policies. You will mentor junior staff, manage client relationships, and contribute to business development initiatives.

The role requires strong IFRS knowledge, Arabic proficiency, and prior Big 4 GCC experience. You will work in a dynamic, diverse team.

Qualifications

  • Have 7 years of professional experience in external audit.
  • Have strong academic record including a degree and accounting qualification such as ACCA or CPA.
  • Have experience with a Big 4 accounting firm in GCC.
  • Proficiency in Arabic language.

Responsibilities

  • Lead on complex audit engagements and define audit strategy.
  • Manage delivery and staffing of engagements with partners.
  • Coach, mentor and develop junior staff and teams.

Skills

Audit leadership
Arabic language
Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting
ACCA or CPA

Tools

Audit tools
Data analytics

Job description

EY Abu Dhabi is seeking a Manager to lead on complex audit engagements and support growth of the Audit business. You will define audit strategy, supervise engagements, and ensure compliance with EY policies. You will mentor junior staff, manage client relationships, and contribute to business development initiatives.

The role requires strong IFRS knowledge, Arabic proficiency, and prior Big 4 GCC experience. You will work in a dynamic, diverse team.

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