Senior Audit Associate

Outsourced Quality Assured Services Inc. (ISO Certified); Philippines; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Outsourced Quality Assured Services Inc. (ISO Certified) is seeking an Audit Senior to oversee audits from planning through completion. The role involves evaluating internal controls, ensuring GAAP/IFRS compliance, and delivering high-quality audit services for clients.

The ideal candidate will have strong accounting knowledge, experience leading engagements, and excellent communication skills to liaise with clients and management teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance or related field.
• CPA/CA/ACCA or equivalent certification preferred.
• 4–6 years of audit/accounting experience, preferably in public accounting or internal audit.
• Experience leading audit engagements.

Responsibilities

• Plan audit engagements, including risk assessments, scope, timelines, and resources.
• Perform financial, operational, and compliance audits in accordance with standards.
• Review financial statements, records, and internal controls for accuracy.
• Identify audit risks, control weaknesses, and improvement opportunities.
• Serve as main contact with clients and stakeholders during engagements.
• Communicate findings, recommendations, and risk assessments clearly.
• Build strong relationships with clients and management teams.
• Prepare and review audit working papers, reports, and documentation.
• Draft audit findings and management letters for stakeholders.
• Ensure audit documentation is complete and compliant with standards.
• Evaluate internal controls and suggest improvements for compliance and efficiency.
• Stay current on changes in accounting, auditing, and regulatory standards.

Skills

Auditing standards

Financial reporting

Accounting principles

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA/CA/ACCA or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

QuickBooks

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Audit Senior / Senior Audit Associate to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting and compliance processes. The ideal candidate will have strong technical accounting knowledge, and experience managing audits from planning through completion. The Audit Senior will work closely with clients and internal stakeholders to identify financial risks, assess internal controls, and deliver high-quality audit services in compliance with applicable accounting and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

Audit Planning & Execution

• Perform financial, operational, and compliance audits in accordance with auditing standards and company policies.
• Plan audit engagements, including risk assessments, audit scope, timelines, and resource allocation.
• Review financial statements, accounting records, and internal controls for accuracy and compliance.
• Identify audit risks, control weaknesses, and process improvement opportunities.

Client/Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the main point of contact during audit engagements for clients or department stakeholders.
• Communicate audit findings, recommendations, and risk assessments clearly and professionally.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients and management teams.

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare and review audit working papers, reports, and supporting documentation.
• Draft audit findings, recommendations, and management letters.
• Ensure all audit documentation is complete, accurate, and compliant with standards.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with GAAP, IFRS, SOX, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Evaluate internal controls and recommend improvements to strengthen compliance and operational efficiency.
• Stay current on changes in accounting, auditing, and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA, CA, ACCA, or equivalent certification preferred.
• Minimum 4-6 years of audit/accounting experience, preferably in public accounting or corporate internal audit.
• Prior experience leading audit engagements.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of auditing standards, financial reporting, and accounting principles.
• Proficiency in audit software and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with ERP/accounting systems such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or QuickBooks.
• Familiarity with industry-specific regulations and compliance requirements.
• Experience working with multinational or complex organizational structures