External Audit

LYCA; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the financial sector is looking for an Assistant Manager to oversee audit engagements. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and relevant professional qualifications such as CPA or ACCA. Additionally, strong leadership and communication skills are essential, along with significant audit experience. Join their dynamic team and contribute to high-quality audit services, working in a fast-paced environment with ample opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4-6 years of experience in leading audits.
• Industry specialization in financial services or asset management preferred.
• Experience in IPSAS transition is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit engagements and manage multiple client accounts.
• Deliver assignments timely, managing deadlines and budgets effectively.
• Assess risks and evaluate internal controls.

Skills

Knowledge of IFRS and IAS

Proficient in audit software

Data analysis tools

Excellent written and verbal communication

Leadership skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA, CA, ACCA, or equivalent

Tools

Audit software

Job description

1. Education- Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.

1. Professional Qualification-Required (or in final stages of completion): - CPA, CA, ACCA, or equivalent.

1. Experience

• Assistant Manager: 4–6 years, with demonstrated experience leading audits (such as group audits).

1. Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of:
• IFRS and IAS
• ISA (International Standards on Auditing).
• Proficient in usage of audit software, excel and data analysis tools.

1. Leadership & Project Management

• Proven experience in leading audit engagements.
• Ability to manage multiple clients and teams.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Timely delivery of assignments, manage deadlines and budget effectively.

1. Communication Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to interact with clients, management, and regulators.

1. Other Preferred Qualities

• Industry specialization (e.g., financial Services, asset management, real estate and manufacturing).
• Risk assessment and internal control evaluation experience.
• IPSAS transition experience
• Participation in training, mentoring, or firm initiatives.

Skills

1. Education- Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.

1. Professional Qualification-Required (or in final stages of completion): - CPA, CA, ACCA, or equivalent.

1. Experience

• Assistant Manager: 4–6 years, with demonstrated experience leading audits (such as group audits).

1. Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of:
• IFRS and IAS
• ISA (International Standards on Auditing).
• Proficient in usage of audit software, excel and data analysis tools.

1. Leadership & Project Management

• Proven experience in leading audit engagements.
• Ability to manage multiple clients and teams.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Timely delivery of assignments, manage deadlines and budget effectively.

1. Communication Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to interact with clients, management, and regulators.

1. Other Preferred Qualities

• Industry specialization (e.g., financial Services, asset management, real estate and manufacturing).
• Risk assessment and internal control evaluation experience.
• IPSAS transition experience
• Participation in training, mentoring, or firm initiatives.