Audit assistant manager

CHF CPA & CO.; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

CHF CPA & Co. in Hong Kong is seeking an experienced Audit Assistant Manager to lead external audit engagements, supervise junior staff, and deliver high-quality audit opinions for a diverse client base.

You will manage fieldwork, assess accounting treatments and internal controls, liaise with client finance teams, and drive audits to timetables while upholding professional standards and risk controls. This is a full-time, Hong Kong-based role.

Qualifications

• Professional accounting qualification (CPA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent recognised body membership)
• Minimum 2 years of progressive experience in external audit
• Strong technical knowledge of IFRS/HKFRS and local standards; audit procedures and financial reporting principles

Responsibilities

• Planning, supervising and executing external audit engagements from inception through completion, ensuring adherence to audit standards and regulatory requirements
• Reviewing audit procedures, working papers and documentation prepared by junior staff to ensure quality and compliance
• Supervising and mentoring junior staff, 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 communicating findings and recommendations to stakeholders
• Managing audit budgets and timelines to ensure engagements are delivered efficiently and cost-effectively
• Contributing to continuous improvement of audit processes, methodologies and quality control procedures

Skills

Audit

Communication

Team leadership

Education

CPA/ACCA/ACA

Job description

CHF CPA & Co. is a professional audit practicing firm headquartered in Hong Kong. We provide our staff with an energetic and flexible working environment. Our teams around the world are equipped with extensive professional experience and are dedicated to providing truly customized services to customers ranging from listed companies, multi-national and local corporates, to individuals. We provide a one-stop service with substantial expertise, including but not limited to assurance services, pre-IPO consultation, internal control review, financial due diligence, etc.

About the role We are seeking an experienced Audit Assistant Manager to join our External Audit team at CHF CPA & Co., 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