Manager - Audit Mandarin Speaking

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; Perth; Hybrid; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consulting firm in Perth seeks a qualified Manager in Audit to join its data transformation team. The ideal candidate will develop client relationships and deliver high-quality audits while managing teams. Proficiency in Mandarin is essential, alongside a strong academic record and experience in auditing. This position offers competitive salary, flexible work options, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Comprehensive benefits package

Yearly wellness incentive

Qualifications

• At least 5 years' experience as an auditor.
• SOX or PCAOB experience is desirable.
• Proven experience in delivering external audit and assurance engagements.

Responsibilities

• Manage the audit engagement by defining audit strategy.
• Lead and manage fieldwork on clients' sites.
• Effectively manage the audit process considering audit risk issues.

Skills

Proficiency in Mandarin

Excellent communication and negotiation skills

Client relationship management

Experience leading audits

Education

Degree and progress towards/completion of CA, CPA, ACCA or equivalent

Job description

At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence.

We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go.

Join EY and help to build a better working world.

The opportunity

Audit is an exciting profession and industry to be part of right now. As our Manager at EY you’ll work alongside the data transformation team to create new custom audit solutions which are at the forefront of innovation in digitalising and automating most stages of an audit, leaving time to genuinely engage, consult and connect with our clients and teams.

EY is a market leader in audit quality in Australia. This reflects our continued investment in sustainable audit quality improvement initiatives and our global investment in industry leading technology and data analytic tools.

At EY you will be given all the skills, knowledge and opportunities to progress and become ready to build a better working world for our people, our clients and the communities that support us. You can expect leading-edge learning and development tailored to your unique interests and motivations.

You will play a key role in driving growth by developing new and existing client relationships, leading highly skilled project teams and delivering a first-class customer experience on high-profile engagements.

This role is based in Boorloo – Perth. Our roles can potentially be adjusted to work flexibly with reduced hours. Please speak with us about potential options.

Your key responsibilities

• Manage the audit engagement by defining audit strategy, in consultation with the Partner, and executing it in compliance with our policies and protocol
• Effectively manage the Audit process with appropriate consideration of audit risk issues and accounting technical matters
• Lead and manage fieldwork on clients’ sites including liaising with other departments to ensure the smooth delivery of the Audit process
• Expertise in accounting frameworks (IFRS) and in related financial reporting matters

Skills and attributes for success

• Proficiency in Mandarin is required for effective communication with Mandarin-speaking clients
• SOX or PCAOB experience is desirable
• Proven experience in delivering external audit and assurance engagements
• Experience leading the planning, execution and reporting on audits

Ideally, you’ll also have the skills and attributes below but don’t worry if you don’t tick all the boxes. We’re interested in your aptitude, attitude and willingness to learn.

• Proven track record with developing and maintaining client relationships
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills and a collaborative approach to management
• At least 5 years’ experience as an auditor
• A strong academic record, including a degree and progress towards/completion of a recognised accounting qualification (CA, CPA, ACCA) or equivalent

What we offer you

• Career development: At EY, your career is yours to shape! We’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences
• Flexible work arrangements: Our flexible work policies empower you to balance your professional and personal life, fostering a culture of trust and autonomy.
• A comprehensive benefits package: From a yearly wellness incentive, to access to additional 8 weeks of flex leave per year, and family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave, we cater to your diverse needs to help you thrive both personally and professionally
• Salary: We offer a competitive salary which is open to negotiation pending on skills and experience.

Acknowledgement of Country

EY acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which EY offices are located around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures, and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging.

Diversity, equity, and inclusiveness (DE&I) are core to who we are, how we work and how we live our values. We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, cultures, sexual orientations, and gender identities and are committed to providing an equitable and barrier free recruitment experience for all.

Our preferred applicant will be required to undertake employment screening by EY or our external third-party provider.

EY refers to the global organization, and may refer to one or more, of the member firms of Ernst & Young Global Limited, each of which is a separate legal entity.