Manager Audit And Assurance

ACCA Careers; Abu Dhabi; Sur place; AED 260 000 - 420 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

BDO UAE is seeking an experienced audit professional with a strong background in external audit and IFRS compliance to lead and coordinate audit engagements for a diverse client base. The role emphasizes engagement profitability, stakeholder management, and high-quality audit delivery across multiple engagements.

The ideal candidate will hold a recognized professional certification (CA/ACCA/CPA), possess 6+ years post-qualification experience, and demonstrate leadership in teams while engaging

Qualifications

• 6+ years post-qualification experience in External Audit and Assurance.
• CA/ACCA/CPA or equivalent required.
• Strong IFRS, ISA knowledge and audit methodologies.

Responsabilités

• Lead and coordinate audit engagements, ensuring assignments are completed within agreed timelines and resources are allocated effectively.
• Monitor engagement profitability, project efficiency, billing, and collection processes.
• Perform first-level reviews of complex financial statements and audit documentation in compliance with IFRS and auditing standards.
• Develop an understanding of clients' businesses, industries, and key risks before engagement commencement.
• Manage client relationships, conduct planning and status meetings, and serve as a key contact throughout the audit lifecycle.
• Review audit workpapers, technical assessments, and judgments to ensure documentation supports conclusions.
• Ensure compliance with quality control requirements, independence standards, and client continuance procedures.
• Lead audit closing meetings, present findings to management and TCWG.
• Foster collaboration within engagement teams and provide technical guidance.
• Support people development through coaching and performance discussions.

Connaissances

External audit expertise

Stakeholder management

Project management

Team leadership

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CA/ACCA/CPA certification

Description du poste

Job Description:

BDO UAE

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate audit engagements, ensuring assignments are completed within agreed timelines and resources are allocated effectively.
• Monitor engagement profitability, project efficiency, billing, and collection processes.
• Perform first-level reviews of complex financial statements and audit documentation in compliance with IFRS and auditing standards.
• Develop a thorough understanding of clients' businesses, industries, and key financial and operational risks before engagement commencement.
• Manage client relationships, conduct planning and status meetings, and serve as a key point of contact throughout the audit lifecycle.
• Review audit workpapers, technical assessments, and judgments, ensuring documentation is complete, accurate, and supports conclusions reached.
• Ensure compliance with quality control requirements, independence standards, and client continuance procedures.
• Lead audit closing meetings, present findings and recommendations to management, Audit Committees, Boards of Directors, and Those Charged with Governance (TCWG).
• Foster collaboration within engagement teams, provide technical guidance, and create a positive and high-performance work environment.
• Support people development through coaching, mentoring, performance reviews, and appraisal discussions for team members.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Strong experience in external audit and assurance engagements.
• Sound knowledge of IFRS and auditing standards.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple engagements and lead teams effectively.
• Strong analytical, project management, and client relationship management capabilities.

Qualification

• 6+ years of post-qualification experience in External Audit and Assurance, preferably with leading professional services firms or large multinational organizations.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional certification such as CA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent is mandatory.
• Proven track record of successfully managing audit engagements and leading diverse teams.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, International Standards on Auditing (ISA), and audit methodologies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, project management, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to interact effectively with senior management and clients.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written).
• Ability to manage multiple engagements, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.