Financial Services External Audit Manager — Lead & Innovate

PwC Middle East; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC Middle East is seeking an Audit Senior Manager to lead a prestigious client portfolio in Riyadh. You will drive end-to-end audits, mentor teams, and ensure adherence to ISAs and IFRS with a strong focus on quality and client service.

You will oversee planning, risk management, and delivery, while developing business opportunities and maintaining relationships with senior client management. A background in banking audits and bilingual Arabic/English is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or other related field.
• 8–10 years of professional external financial audit experience, preferably with a Big 4.
• Completed recognised professional qualifications (ACCA, CA, ACA, CPA).
• Experience auditing banking clients is a must.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of client audits from planning to completion.
• Lead a team of professionals, coordinating with the engagement leader and ensuring deadlines.
• Design audit strategies and ensure execution aligns with ISAs and IFRS requirements.
• Develop relationships with clients and contribute to business development.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Job description

PwC Middle East is seeking an Audit Senior Manager to lead a prestigious client portfolio in Riyadh. You will drive end-to-end audits, mentor teams, and ensure adherence to ISAs and IFRS with a strong focus on quality and client service.

You will oversee planning, risk management, and delivery, while developing business opportunities and maintaining relationships with senior client management. A background in banking audits and bilingual Arabic/English is highly valued.