Senior Audit & Assurance Strategy Lead

Deloitte Middle East; Muscat; On-site; OMR 36,527 - 49,985; Full time

Job summary

Deloitte Middle East seeks a Senior Manager in Audit & Assurance to lead risk assessment, planning and execution of complex engagements.

You will guide teams, ensure adherence to IFRS and auditing standards, and maintain high audit quality while partnering with clients and stakeholders across markets. A minimum of 10 years in public accounting and an international accounting qualification are required, with strong English fluency.

Qualifications

• MBA or equivalent, preferably in Accounting, Auditing, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in public accounting and audit management.
• Extensive knowledge of IFRS and applicable auditing standards.
• Ability to develop knowledge of Deloitte's tools and audit methodology.
• Ability to thoroughly review audit documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• International accounting qualification is required: CA, ACCA, or CPA.
• Fluent in English; bilingual (Arabic/English) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identifies the entity's strategic audit and risk priorities and highlights these to key stakeholders.
• Ensures risk assessment procedures are incorporated into audit plans and results.
• Contributes to risks, materiality and scope discussions for audit reports.
• Leads planning meetings with experts and sets expectations for professional judgment.
• Participates in group risk assessment and planning with component auditors.
• Drives revenue testing with detailed process understanding and control reliance considerations.
• Develops and reviews comprehensive project plans with clear timelines and resources.
• Communicates project plans and dependencies with management at audit start.

Skills

People leadership

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Audit risk assessment

Education

MBA or equivalent

International accounting qualification (CA/ACCA/CPA)

Job description

Deloitte Middle East seeks a Senior Manager in Audit & Assurance to lead risk assessment, planning and execution of complex engagements.

You will guide teams, ensure adherence to IFRS and auditing standards, and maintain high audit quality while partnering with clients and stakeholders across markets. A minimum of 10 years in public accounting and an international accounting qualification are required, with strong English fluency.