Experienced Associate - Real Estate | Audit | Audit & Assurance | UAE FY 27

Deloitte Middle East; United Arab Emirates; Vor Ort; AED 90.000 - 150.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Deloitte Middle East is seeking a detail‑oriented Real Estate Developer Auditor to join the audit team in the UAE. The role focuses on audits of real estate developers, evaluating land costs, revenue recognition, impairment testing, and asset valuation.

The candidate will use audit software and data analytics, liaise with client management, and stay current with IFRS/GAAP standards and regulatory changes affecting real estate development.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; professional qualification preferred.
• 1–2 years of experience in Accounting or Auditing.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS standards applicable to real estate.
• Experience auditing complex transactions such as revenue recognition and asset valuation.
• Proficiency with audit software and MS Office; data analytics helpful.
• Fluent in English; bilingual Arabic/English preferred.

Aufgaben

• Plan and execute audits of real estate developers, including financial statement audits.
• Evaluate accuracy of land acquisition costs and revenue recognition.
• Assess policies on cost capitalization, impairment testing and fair value.
• Review contracts and joint ventures for audit risk and compliance.
• Identify fraud risks and design procedures to address them.
• Analyze project budgets, costs, and cash flow for integrity.
• Prepare clear audit reports with findings and recommendations.
• Liaise with client management to discuss issues and resolutions.
• Stay updated on IFRS/GAAP and regulatory changes affecting real estate.
• Utilize audit software and data analytics to improve efficiency.
• Support continuous improvement within the audit function.

Kenntnisse

Auditing

Financial analysis

Regulatory compliance

Risk assessment

Data analytics

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

ACA/ACCA/CPA preferred

Tools

Audit software

Microsoft Office

Data analytics tools

Jobbeschreibung

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail‑oriented and experienced Real Estate Developer Auditor to join our audit team. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting comprehensive audits of real estate development companies, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and internal controls. This role requires strong technical audit skills combined with in‑depth knowledge of the real estate development industry.

• Plan and execute audits of real estate developers, including financial statement audits, internal control assessments, and compliance reviews.
• Evaluate the accuracy and completeness of financial records related to land acquisition, construction costs, revenue recognition, and asset valuation.
• Assess the appropriateness of accounting policies applied to real estate projects, including cost capitalisation, impairment testing, and fair value measurement.
• Review contracts, joint ventures, lease agreements, and other legal documents to identify audit risks and ensure compliance.
• Identify and evaluate risks of material misstatement, including fraud risks, and design audit procedures to address these risks.
• Analyse project budgets, cost tracking, and cash flow management to verify financial integrity.
• Prepare clear, concise audit reports detailing findings, recommendations, and areas for improvement.
• Liaise with client management, project managers, and other stakeholders to discuss audit issues and facilitate resolution.
• Stay updated on industry trends, accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, GAAP), and regulatory changes affecting real estate development.
• Utilise audit software and data analytics tools to enhance audit efficiency and effectiveness.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the audit function.

Leadership Capabilities

• Builds own understanding of our purpose and values; explores opportunities for impact.
• Demonstrates strong commitment to personal learning and development; acts as a brand ambassador to help attract top talent.
• Understands expectations and demonstrates personal accountability for keeping performance on track.
• Actively focuses on developing effective communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Understands how their daily work contributes to the priorities of the team and the business.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CPA) preferred.
• Strong academic credentials.
• 1–2 years of experience in Accounting, Auditing, or any related field.
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards relevant to real estate (IFRS 15, IFRS 16, IAS 40, etc.).
• Experience with auditing complex transactions such as revenue recognition, capitalisation of costs, and asset valuation.
• Familiarity with real‑estate development processes, contracts, and regulatory environment.
• Proficient in audit software and Microsoft Office applications; experience with data analytics tools is a plus.
• Fluent in English (Reading, Speaking and Writing). Preference will be given to bilingual candidates (Arabic/English).