Job Description & SummaryWhat is expected from you?Using your analytical skills to analyze the client's financial statements and ensure they adhere to financial regulationsExamining financial and accounting records, other documents, and tangible items such as inventory, or plant and equipmentAsking a range of questions – from formal written questions to informal oral questions – to a range of individuals at our client organizationsTesting the client organization's internal controls and processesBuilding trust and credibility with the clients by understanding their expectations and delivering high-quality servicesTaking accountability for researching and understanding key facts on the client's industry information before the engagement beginsCommunicating with the Manager and/or Partner in a timely manner with respect to engagement progress – risks, issues, variances from plan in terms of time, budget, etc.Taking full ownership of external file completionAnalyzing engagement economics of self and field staff and explaining variances from the budgetsReviewing the work of the associate levels and providing them on-job training, coaching, and timely constructive feedback to help them grow in their careerEnsuring you are adhering to compliance with the risk, quality, and independence mattersEngaging and dealing effectively with diverse teams from the planning through the completion phase of the audit as well as closely following up on the progress of the requested tasks to ensure meeting the timeline and the firm’s internal KPI’sTaking part in the digital initiatives and upskilling areas which align most with your team’s business needsPerforming other procedures as necessary to support issuance of the assurance deliverablesWhat will you bring?A degree in accounting, finance, or any other related academic majorCompleted or pursuing a professional qualification, such as ACCA, CA, ACA, CPA (preferably)Progressive experience at the Senior Associate level working with a range of external audit clients in a Big 4 professional services firmExperience working with multiple industries is considered an assetExcellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills that allow you to thrive in a team environmentBilingual proficiency in Arabic and English (oral and written) is a plusBusiness development and client relationship building skillsWillingness to challenge the ‘norms’ and to create a cohesive and effective working teamExcellent project management skillsKnowledge in any Audit technologies, and experience using Data Analytics tools is a plusCommitment to valuing differences and working alongside diverse people and perspectivesThorough technical skills and experience regarding applicable accounting reporting and auditing standards, with demonstrated exceptional performanceExperience in the design of engagement procedures based on risk and materialityPrevious experience in coaching and leading engagement teamsStrong technical knowledge and having the ability to research issues, present alternatives and conclusions to client/Manager#J-18808-Ljbffr