Senior External Auditor

Taj HR; Riyad Al Khabra; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Saudi Arabia is seeking a highly skilled Senior External Auditor to enhance their team. The candidate will need extensive external audit experience and strong technical knowledge of IFRS and ISA standards. Responsibilities include managing audits, designing procedures, and mentoring junior staff. Candidates should have at least a Bachelor's in Accounting and a minimum of 4 years' experience with a Big 10 firm. CPA or CMA certification is preferred. Proficiency in audit software like CaseWare is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of external audit experience with one of the Big 10 firms.
• CPA or CMA certification is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and ISA standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage audit engagements from planning to completion.
• Design and implement audit procedures based on risk assessments.
• Review financial statements and prepare audit reports.

Skills

External audit experience

Leadership skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

CaseWare

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior External Auditor

We are seeking highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Auditors to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have extensive external audit experience, strong technical knowledge of auditing standards, and a proven ability to lead audit teams and deliver high-quality outcomes. This role involves planning and executing audits, identifying risks, and ensuring compliance with international standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage audit engagements from planning to completion


• Design and implement audit procedures based on risk assessments and materiality


• Review financial statements and prepare audit reports in line with IFRS and ISA standards


• Supervise, train, and mentor junior auditors and team members


• Ensure audits are completed within budget and timeline constraints


• Maintain effective communication with clients to address findings and recommendations


• Utilize audit software (e.g., CaseWare) to document audit procedures and findings


• Stay updated on auditing and accounting regulations and best practices

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting


• Minimum 4 years of external audit experience with one of the Big 10 firms


• CPA or CMA certification (preferred)


• Strong knowledge of IFRS and International Standards on Auditing (ISA)


• Proven ability to design risk-based audit procedures


• Leadership skills with experience in guiding audit teams


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; knowledge of CaseWare is a plus


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills


• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities


• Fluency in English (spoken and written)