Assurance - External Audit (Senior Associate/Experienced Associate) - KSA, Jeddah

PwC Middle East Enterprise Solutions; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services firm is seeking an External Audit Senior Associate in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. You will analyze financial statements, manage multiple engagements, and mentor junior staff. Requirements include a degree in accounting or finance, relevant professional qualifications, and experience in a Big 4 firm. The firm offers a competitive remuneration plan, flexible work framework, and opportunities for continuous learning.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration plan

Flexible work framework

Mental health and well-being support

Continuous learning and digital upskilling opportunities

Schooling allowance and insurance packages

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience at Senior Associate level in a Big 4 firm.
• Bilingual proficiency in Arabic and English is a plus.
• Experience coaching and leading engagement teams.

Responsibilities

• Analyze client's financial statements and ensure adherence to financial regulations.
• Communicate with the Manager regarding engagement progress.
• Build trust with clients by delivering high-quality services.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Business development skills

Education

Degree in accounting, finance or related major

Completed or pursuing ACCA, CA, ACA, CPA

Tools

Audit technologies

Data Analytics experience

Job description

Overview

PwC is established in the region for 40 years with around 7,000 people in 12 countries across the Middle East. Our regional team brings international experience delivered within the context of the region and its culture, supported by more than 370,000 people across the PwC network in advisory, assurance and tax.

Line of Service: Assurance

Industry/Sector: Not Applicable

Specialism: Assurance

Management Level: Senior Associate

PwC Global and Middle East Overview

PwC Global Overview: With offices in 152 countries and almost 328,000 people, we are a leading professional services network delivering quality in Assurance, Tax and Advisory services.

PwC Middle East Overview: Established in the region for 40 years, PwC has around 7,000 people in 12 countries across the region: Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, the Palestinian territories, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. Our regional team offers tailored solutions and international experience to help clients meet the challenges and opportunities of doing business in the Middle East and beyond.

What is expected from you

Job Duties

• As an External Audit Senior Associate you will contribute to delivering the best service to our clients. You will report to Managers and above, work as part of a team that helps clients build trust, solve complex challenges, and proactively assist in managing multiple engagements. Your duties include, but are not limited to:
• Using analytical skills to analyse the client's financial statements and ensure adherence to financial regulations
• Examining financial and accounting records, other documents, and tangible items such as inventory or plant and equipment
• Asking a range of questions – formal written questions and informal oral questions – to individuals at client organizations
• Testing the client organization’s internal controls and processes
• Building trust and credibility with clients by understanding their expectations and delivering high-quality services
• Researching and understanding key facts on the client’s industry information before the engagement begins
• Communicating with the Manager and/ or Partner in a timely manner regarding engagement progress – risks, issues, variances from plan in terms of time, budget, etc.
• Taking full ownership of external file completion
• Analyzing engagement economics of self and field staff and explaining variances from budgets
• Reviewing the work of associate levels and providing on-the-job training, coaching and timely constructive feedback
• Ensuring compliance with risk, quality and independence matters
• Engaging and working effectively with diverse teams from planning through completion and following up on progress to meet timelines and internal KPIs
• Participating in digital initiatives and upskilling aligned with team needs
• Performing other procedures as necessary to support issuance of the assurance deliverables

What will you bring

You are ambitious and seek opportunities to grow and develop. The following characteristics describe you:

• A degree in accounting, finance or related major
• Completed or pursuing a professional qualification (ACCA, CA, ACA, CPA preferred)
• Progressive experience at Senior Associate level with external audit clients in a Big 4 firm
• Experience with diverse industries
• Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills for a team environment
• Bilingual proficiency in Arabic and English is a plus
• Business development and client relationship building skills
• Willingness to challenge norms and foster cohesive teamwork
• Strong project management skills
• Knowledge of Audit technologies; experience with Data Analytics is a plus
• Commitment to valuing differences and working with diverse people
• Technical expertise in applicable accounting, reporting and auditing standards with demonstrated performance
• Experience designing engagement procedures based on risk and materiality
• Previous experience coaching and leading engagement teams
• Strong ability to research issues and present alternatives and conclusions

The skills we look for in future employees

AllPwC people should demonstrate the skills and behaviors that make up The PwC Professional framework, guiding capability development as leaders at every level.

Why you’ll love working for PwC

Benefits

• A competitive remuneration plan recognizing success and value brought to the company
• Inclusive and diverse culture where people can be themselves and grow
• Flexible work framework to support work-life balance
• Mental health and well-being support, including access to specialists and online relaxation options
• Opportunities for continuous learning and digital upskilling
• Friendly environment that fosters innovative thinking and teamwork
• Schooling allowance and insurance packages (as per PwC policy)

For more about our culture, visit the Life at PwC ME page. If you’re looking for a place that fuels your ambition and offers continuous learning opportunities, you’re a future PwCer. Learn more about Life at PwC ME through our materials.

Education: Degrees/Field Of Study preferred. Certifications optional. Required Skills and Optional Skills are listed within the job description. Travel: Not Specified. Availability for Work Visa Sponsorship: Yes. Government Clearance Required: Yes.