Assurance - External Audit Senior Manager
As an Audit Senior Manager, you will oversee an iconic client portfolio and manage the full cycle of audit assignments. You will work within a team of experienced auditors. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Proactively managing a client portfolio, including client liaison and technical issue resolution.
- Driving business development by identifying opportunities with new and existing clients and maintaining strong client relationships.
- Developing strategies to address complex technical challenges and enhancing your team's technical skills.
- Managing and delivering large projects, ensuring deadlines are met.
- Designing audit strategies and managing execution aligned with guidance from engagement leaders. Advising clients on financial reporting and regulatory updates, staying informed through seminars.
- Managing relationships with senior management, including presenting to boards and audit committees.
- Ensuring compliance with risk, quality, and independence standards.
- Staying updated on local and national business and economic issues.
- Coaching, mentoring, and supporting the development and well-being of team members.
- Promoting digital initiatives, audit transformation technologies, and alternative delivery models to support the firm's vision and strengthen audit quality.
- Participating in recruitment processes to select qualified candidates according to PwC standards.
What will you bring?
You are ambitious, growth-oriented, and recognize yourself in the following traits:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
- 6-10 years of external financial audit experience, preferably with a Big 4 firm.
- Professional qualifications such as ACCA, CA, ACA, CPA.
- Experience with banking or insurance clients is a plus.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Bilingual in Arabic and English is advantageous.
- Strong project management skills, with experience overseeing audits from planning to completion.
- Knowledge of ISAs, IFRS (such as IFRS9, IFRS17), and financial regulations relevant to financial services.
- Confidence in conducting high-quality testing and documentation.
- Ability to build positive relationships internally and externally.
- Innovative mindset, adaptable to change, and capable of leading others through challenges.
- Experience fostering collaborative team environments and resolving issues efficiently.
- Dedication to professional growth, resilience, and embracing digital innovation.
- Valuing diversity and promoting inclusive teamwork.
- Knowledge of audit technologies and data analytics tools is a plus.
The skills we look for in future employees
All our employees should demonstrate skills and behaviors aligned with The PwC Professional framework, which supports their development and career growth, enabling them to meet client, colleague, and community expectations in a changing global landscape.
Company Industry
Department / Functional Area
- Accounts
- Taxation
- Audit
- Company Secretary
Keywords
- Assurance - External Audit Senior Manager
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