Senior Supervisor – Audit (FY25 - DXB)

KPMG Lower Gulf Limited; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global audit firm in the UAE is seeking a Senior Supervisor – Audit to manage audit engagements and mentor junior team members. The ideal candidate will have 5-6 years of experience, a relevant degree, and strong skills in IFRS, ISA, and audit methodologies. This position offers opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work with diverse clients in various sectors.

Qualifications

• 5 to 6 years’ experience, with minimum 3 years post qualification.
• Experience in dealing with clients in real estate, construction, and oil & gas sectors.
• Hands-on experience in advanced audit methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Execute day-to-day activities of audit engagements.
• Identify and communicate potential issues and audit efficiencies.
• Coordinate audit activities and client interactions.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Customer Focus

Mentors new team members

Education

B.Sc in accounting or equivalent

Accounting qualification (ACCA, CPA)

Knowledge of IFRS & ISA

Job description

Job description

Role: Senior Supervisor – Audit (FY25 - DXB)

Position Commencement Date: October 1st, 2024.

Interviews to Commence in June 2024

We are currently seeking a qualified Audit Managers to join our team for the FY25 Hiring Session. The selected candidate will assume responsibilities starting from October 1st, 2024, with interviews scheduled to begin in June 2024.

Job Identification

Title

Senior Associate 2

Department

Audit

Supervisor / Head of department (Job title)

Manager

Supervised function(s)

Senior Associate 1, Associate 1,2,3

Hierarchical level

Senior Associate 2

Job Family

Audit

Overall Objective and Responsibilities

Job purpose

The audit supervisor must exhibit high standards of professional and social ethics and must accept full responsibility as the in-charge for audit engagements of varying size and complexity to include, planning and coordinating the various phases of the field work, directing and reviewing the work of less experienced team members.

Major duties and responsibilities

• Execute the day-to-day activities of audit engagements and supporting the execution of a high-quality audit
• Identify and communicate potential issues and opportunities for audit efficiencies and process improvement to Managers and Partners
• Coordinate the day-to-day activities of audits and client interactions and ensuring efficient information flow from the client to the audit team
• Support the design and execution of an engagement's audit approach and procedures in accordance with relevant regulatory professional auditing and assurance standards, and applicable firm guidance and KPMG methodology
• Demonstrate a working knowledge and staying current on developments in accounting literature, including those specific to assigned industries
• Supervise audit associates and interns on engagements and providing coaching, timely feedback, and reviewing their audit documentation
• Ensure and maintain compliance with the firm’s training requirements

Profile

Education requirements:

• B.Sc in accounting or equivalent
• Accounting qualification or equivalent (ACCA, CPA)
• Technically sound, thorough knowledge of IFRS & ISA

Work experience requirements:

• 5 to 6 years’ experience (Minimum 3 year post qualification experience)
• Prior experience in dealing in clients involved in real estate, construction and related industries and oil & gas sectors.
• Hands on experience in advanced audit Methodologies

Knowledge / Technical Skills

1. Strong analytical skills.
2. Customer Focus
3. Mentors new team members

Language skills

Language - Speaking - Reading - Writing - Listening

English - Fluent - Fluent - Fluent - Fluent

Arabic - Fluent - Fluent - Fluent - Fluent

Interpersonal skills

1. Proactive and independent person, with ability to initiate tasks independently
2. Researching skills- Identifies, documents and shares knowledge that might be useful to others
3. Excellent analytical skills- Identifies ways to analyze information quickly and efficiently
4. Proficient problem solver- Suggests innovative and creative solutions to problems
5. Effective communicator

For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.