Audit assistant manager

Synloc CPA Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 420,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Synloc CPA Limited is seeking an experienced Audit Assistant Manager to join the External Audit team in Central and Western District, Hong Kong. This full-time role offers a path to advance your audit career by leading engagements, supervising staff, and delivering high-quality audit opinions.

You will manage fieldwork, ensure compliance with audit standards, and oversee client communications while mentoring junior team members and coordinating with client finance teams.

Qualifications

• Professional accounting qualification (CPA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent recognised body membership or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 2 years of progressive experience in external audit.
• Strong technical knowledge of IFRS/HKFRS and local standards.
• Proven supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in audit software and tools; data analytics experience is advantageous.
• Commitment to professional development and audit quality.

Responsibilities

• Plan, supervise and execute external audit engagements from inception to completion.
• Review procedures, working papers and documentation for quality and compliance.
• Supervise and mentor junior audit staff; provide feedback and development.
• Coordinate with client finance teams; liaise between clients and senior auditors.
• Evaluate accounting treatments, internal controls and risk areas; address findings.
• Prepare audit reports, summaries, and client communications with clear recommendations.
• Manage audit budgets and timelines to ensure efficient delivery.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of audit processes and quality control.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Education

Professional accounting qualification (CPA/ACCA/ACA)

Tools

Audit software

Job description

About us
Synloc CPA Limited is a forward-thinking accounting and audit firm committed to delivering exceptional professional services to our diverse client portfolio. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative workplace culture where talented professionals can develop their careers while maintaining the highest standards of audit excellence and integrity. Our team is dedicated to providing strategic insights and comprehensive audit solutions that help our clients navigate complex financial landscapes with confidence.

About the role
We are seeking an experienced Audit Assistant Manager to join our External Audit team at Synloc CPA Limited, based in the Central and Western District. This is a full-time position offering a significant opportunity to advance your audit career within a dynamic and growing firm.
As Audit Assistant Manager, you will take on a pivotal role in leading and supervising audit engagements whilst providing mentorship to junior team members. You will be responsible for managing audit fieldwork, ensuring compliance with audit standards, and delivering high-quality audit opinions on financial statements. This position offers the chance to work on diverse client engagements across various industries, contributing directly to the firm's reputation for excellence and helping clients achieve their financial reporting objectives.

Key responsibilities

• Planning, supervising and executing external audit engagements from inception through completion, ensuring adherence to relevant audit standards and regulatory requirements
• Reviewing audit procedures, working papers and documentation prepared by junior audit staff to ensure quality, accuracy and compliance
• Supervising and mentoring junior audit team members, providing constructive feedback and supporting their professional development
• Managing audit fieldwork, coordinating with client finance teams and liaising between clients and senior audit personnel
• Evaluating accounting treatments, internal controls and risk areas; identifying and addressing audit findings and exceptions
• Preparing audit reports, summaries and client communications that clearly communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders
• Managing audit budgets and timelines to ensure engagements are delivered efficiently and cost-effectively
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of audit processes, methodologies and quality control procedures within the firm

What we're looking for

• Professional accounting qualification (CPA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent recognised body membership or equivalent experience)
• Minimum 2 years of progressive experience in external audit, with demonstrated competency in conducting full-scope audit engagements
• Strong technical knowledge of accounting standards (IFRS/HKFRS and local standards), audit procedures and financial reporting principles
• Proven supervisory or team leadership experience, with the ability to manage and mentor junior audit staff effectively
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and evaluate complex accounting and audit issues
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to articulate audit findings to diverse stakeholders
• Proficiency in audit software and tools; experience with data analytics and audit technology is advantageous
• Demonstrated commitment to professional development and maintaining audit quality standards
• Strong attention to detail, organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple audit engagements simultaneously