Senior Audit Associate - Financial Services

RAI; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

RAI in Abu Dhabi seeks a Senior Auditor - Financial Services to strengthen our audit team. The role focuses on complex group audits, ICFR, and reporting aligned with IFRS and UAE regulations.

The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of relevant experience, a meticulous approach, and the ability to collaborate with cross-border teams and stakeholders in an international market.

Qualifications

• Hands-on audit experience with investment funds, asset managers, or financial services institutions.
• Experience with group audits and fund structures including SPVs, subsidiaries, and joint arrangements.
• Solid understanding of ICFR within a financial services environment.
• Experience in the UAE and/or international markets is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute group audits for clients with complex structures.
• Evaluate and test internal controls to ensure reliable financial reporting.
• Work closely with cross-border teams and diverse stakeholders.
• Provide high-quality audit insights aligned with international standards.

Skills

Audit experience with funds/financials

Group audits

ICFR understanding

UAE/international markets

Job description

Our purpose is to create the next generation Audit & Accounting firm to better serve our clients and the community. We do that by providing distinguished audit & accounting services, through extensive involvement of our accomplished senior executives, supported by our purpose-built ecosystem of industry experts and the most innovative tools and technologies, we provide our clients with a unique experience.

We’re looking for a skilled and motivated Senior Auditor - Financial Services to join our team.

Key Skills & Experience Required:

• Hands-on audit experience with investment funds, asset management entities, or financial services institutions
• Strong background in group audits, including fund structures with SPVs, subsidiaries, and joint arrangements
• Solid understanding of Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR) within a financial services environment
• Experience in the UAE and/or international markets is highly preferred

Role Highlights:

• Lead and execute group audits for clients with complex structures
• Evaluate and test internal controls to ensure reliable financial reporting
• Work closely with cross-border teams and diverse stakeholders
• Provide high-quality audit insights aligned with international standards

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Strong audit background of at least 5 years
• Strong understanding of IFRS Accounting Standards and UAE regulatory requirements
• Detail-oriented, analytical, and confident handling complex engagements