Senior Auditor (External Audit)

We are currently looking for Audit Senior with 5+ years of experience in external audit; preferably from big 10 firms to lead and enhance our operations in UAE.

Forvis Mazars, an international audit, tax, advisory and consulting firm, operating in the UAE market since 1998, and have significant local presence in the government, public, and private sectors. Our specialists deliver tailored services to a wide range of clients including high-growth emerging companies, privately-owned businesses and large enterprises across various industries.

At our core is our commitment to providing a different perspective and an unrivaled client experience that feels right, personal, and natural. ​We nurture a deep understanding of our clients’ industries, delivering greater insight, deeper specialism and tailored solutions. Together, our combined teams of 40,000+ professionals have the experience and skills to best serve organisations of all sizes, both locally and globally, now and into the future.

Why join us?

To us, how we work is as important as what we do. We foster a distinctive human one-team approach focused on building life long connections. At Forvis Mazars, we have built an environment where our people have the freedom to be themselves. Empowering them to reach their full potential.

You don’t join Forvis Mazars by coincidence, you choose Forvis Mazars: a global school of excellence where you will be challenged to develop and grow. Come and write the rest of (y)our story with us – you’ll make friends along the way too. Forvis Mazars, the smart choice.

Key responsibilities

  • Plan and execute the financial audits (under minimum supervision) by understanding the clients’ control environment
  • Identify risky areas in the financial statements and adopt efficient audit approach to deal with these risks
  • Request, collect, review and analyse the financial and operational data of the clients
  • Prepare and update the working papers
  • Prepare independent auditor report, representation and management letter and audit committee presentation
  • Understand the group auditors’ instructions and prepare the relevant deliverables
  • Issue group audit instruction and follow up for deliverables from component auditors
  • Communicate effectively with clients on data request, internal control issues and audit findings
  • Prepare individual and combine financial statements
  • Assign and review associates’ task and provide on job training to them

Qualifications

  • Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) / Certified Public Accountant (CPA) / Associate Certified Chartered Accountant (ACCA) 

Skills

  • Strong knowledge of international standard on auditing (ISAs) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRSs)
  • Well familiar with local UAE Laws and free zones’ regulations relevant to financial audit
  • Experience of working under deadlines
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Proficiency in audit software and Microsoft Office 

What we offer

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth
  • A dynamic and collaborative work environment 

Apply here to join us