Audit Manager

TRUENORTH SEARCH PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

TRUENORTH SEARCH PTE. LTD. and an established international professional services firm invite applications for an experienced Audit Manager in Singapore. This role offers ownership of a diverse client portfolio and leadership of high-performing audit teams.

Lead engagements from planning through completion, ensuring quality, compliance with IFRS/SSA/ISA, and strong client service. Opportunity to drive growth in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified accounting designation (CA Singapore/ACCA/CPA/ICAEW or equivalent).
• 7+ years external audit experience in an international/public accounting firm.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, SSA and ISA.
• Proven experience leading audit engagements and teams.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple audit and assurance engagements from planning to completion.
• Oversee a portfolio of local and multinational clients across diverse industries.
• Review audit work to ensure compliance with SFRS, IFRS, SSA and ISA.
• Provide practical solutions on complex accounting and audit matters.
• Build strong, long-term relationships with clients and key stakeholders.
• Manage engagement budgets, timelines, profitability and billing.
• Coach, mentor and develop audit professionals through feedback and performance management.
• Collaborate with partners and business development teams on proposals and new client opportunities.
• Foster a culture of quality, collaboration and continuous improvement.

Skills

Audit leadership

IFRS/ISA knowledge

Client relationships

Mentoring teams

Proactive mindset

Education

CA Singapore, ACCA, CPA, ICAEW or equivalent

Job description

Lead complex engagements. Influence client success. Accelerate your career.

An established international professional services firm is seeking an experienced audit manager to join its growing assurance practice in Singapore.

If you're looking for greater ownership, exposure to a diverse client portfolio, and the opportunity to lead high-performing teams within a collaborative environment, we'd love to speak with you.

What You'll Do:

As an audit manager, you'll take ownership of a portfolio of local and international clients, leading audit engagements from planning through completion while delivering exceptional client service and maintaining the highest professional standards.

You'll partner closely with senior leadership, build trusted client relationships, mentor and develop your team, and play a key role in driving the continued growth of the practice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage multiple audit and assurance engagements from planning to completion.
• Oversee a portfolio of local and multinational clients across diverse industries.
• Review audit work to ensure compliance with SFRS, IFRS, SSA and ISA.
• Provide practical solutions on complex accounting and audit matters.
• Build strong, long-term relationships with clients and key stakeholders.
• Manage engagement budgets, timelines, profitability and billing.
• Coach, mentor and develop audit professionals through regular feedback and performance management.
• Collaborate with partners and business development teams on proposals and new client opportunities.
• Foster a culture of quality, collaboration and continuous improvement.

What You'll Bring:

• A recognised professional accounting qualification (CA Singapore, ACCA, CPA, ICAEW or equivalent).
• At least 7 years of external audit experience, preferably within an international or established public accounting firm.
• Strong technical knowledge of IFRS, SSA and ISA.
• Proven experience managing audit engagements and leading teams.
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.
• A proactive mindset with a passion for developing people and delivering quality outcomes.