Audit Assurance Associate

Qualification and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  
• CPA, ACCA, CA, or working toward professional certification (preferred).
  
• 4–6 years of relevant external audit and assurance experience, preferably with a public accounting firm.
  
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and auditing standards (IFRS, GAAP, ISA).
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel) and audit software/tools (e.g., CaseWare, ACL, IDEA, or similar).
  
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
  

• Execute and lead audit engagements in accordance with auditing standards and firm methodology.
  
• Review financial statements and accounting records to ensure accuracy and compliance with applicable frameworks (e.g., IFRS, GAAP).
  
• Assist in planning audit scope, risk assessment, and audit strategy under the guidance of the Audit Manager.
  
• Perform substantive testing, control testing, and analytical procedures.
  
• Identify audit issues, assess their impact, and communicate findings and recommendations to clients and team leads.
  
• Prepare clear and concise work papers that support audit conclusions.
  
• Maintain strong client relationships and respond to client inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
  
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior team members and interns.
  
• Stay updated on industry trends, regulatory changes, and accounting/audit developments.