Assurance - External Audit Manager - Bahrain - PwC
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Line of Service
AssuranceIndustry/Sector
Not ApplicableSpecialism
AssuranceManagement Level
ManagerJob Description & Summary
With offices in 152 countries and almost 328000 people we are among the leading professional services networks in the world. We help organisations and individuals create the value they are looking for by delivering quality in Assurance Tax and Advisory services.
PwC Middle East Overview
Established in the region for 40 years PwC has around 7000 people in 12 countries across the region: Bahrain Egypt Iraq Jordan Kuwait Lebanon Libya Oman the Palestinian territories Qatar Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.
Our regional team with its tailored solutions brings international experience helping our clients meet the challenges and opportunities of doing business in the Middle East market and beyond.
Line of Service Overview
Our Middle East Assurance practice includes over 2300 people based in 12 countries across the region and is part of PwCs global network that is operating worldwide. PwC Middle Easts Assurance practice combines the right mix of humanled and tech powered solutions to provide our clients with quality audits and other risk services that create confidence and impact in our region and across society.
As an External Audit Manager you will be contributing in delivering the best service to our clients. You will be reporting to Managers and above working as part of a team that helps the clients building trust solving complex challenges and proactively assisting in the management of several engagements. Your job duties will include but will not be limited to:
Using your analytical skills to analyse the clients financial statements and ensure they adhere to financial regulations
Examining financial and accounting records other documents and tangible items such as inventory or plant and equipment
Asking a range of questions from formal written questions to informal oral questions to a range of individuals at our client organizations
Testing the client organizations internal controls and processes
Building trust and credibility with the clients by understanding their expectations and delivering high quality services
Taking accountability for researching and understanding key facts on the client;s industry information before the engagement begins
Communicating 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 completion
Analyzing engagement economics of self and field staff and explaining variances from the budgets
Reviewing the work of the associate levels and providing them onjob training coaching and timely constructive feedback to help them grow in their career
Ensuring you are adhering to compliance with the risk quality and independence matters
Engaging 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 firms internal KPIs
Taking part in the digital initiatives and upskilling areas which aligns most with your teams business needs
Performing other procedures as necessary to support issuance of the assurance deliverables
To learn more about our new equation that built this culture please visit this link .
If youre looking for a place that fuels your ambition to make a difference that matches your curiosity with continuous learning opportunities and reimagines ways of working to enable you to lead a more balanced life then youre a future PwCer.
Learn more about Life at PwC ME through this link .
The skills we look for in future employees
All our people need to demonstrate the skills and behaviors that help us deliver our business strategy that make up The PwC Professional .
The PwC Professional framework plays a significant role in outlining the capabilities needed by our people to flourish learn and develop together as leaders at every level. The framework exists to support the development and career progression of our people helping them to meet the expectations of our clients colleagues and communities in todays changing global marketplace.
Why youll love working for PwC
Were a business that leads with the heart and we prioritize our people. Led by our value of care we find ways to help our people our clients and one another. With PwC you will ignite a meaningful career and will be provided with a range of financial and nonfinancial rewards and benefits designed to encourage your growth like:
A competitive remuneration plan in which you will be rewarded for your success and acknowledged for the value you provide to our company .
We encourage an inclusive and diverse culture where people can be themselves are valued for their strengths and are empowered to be the best they can be. This makes us strong as a business enabling us to solve important problems and deliver value to our clients.
A flexible workframe to encourage worklife balance.
We care about our employees mental health and wellbeing by providing specialists to offer advice as well as meditation yoga and other relaxation online sessions.
Limitless opportunities for continuous learning and digital upskilling.
A friendly atmosphere that encourages innovative mindsets relationships development and assisting others in growing and working in ways that bring out their best.
A competitive Schooling allowance and insurance packages (As per PwC policy).
Thorough technical skills and experience regarding applicable accounting reporting and auditing standards with demonstrated exceptional performance
Experience in the design of engagement procedures based on risk and materiality
Previous experience in coaching and leading engagement teams
Strong technical knowledge and having the ability to research issues present alternatives and conclusions to client/Manager
What will you bring
You are ambitious and you utilize opportunities to grow and develop. In addition you recognise yourself in the following characteristics:
A degree in accounting finance or any other related academic major
Completed a professional qualification such as ACCA CA ACA CPA (preferably)
Progressive experience at the Manager level working with a range of external audit clients in a Big 4 professional services firm
Experience working with multiple industries is considered an asset
Excellent communication presentation and interpersonal skills that allow you to thrive in a team environment
Bilingual proficiency in Arabic and English (oral and written) is a plus
Business development and client relationship building skills
Willingness to challenge the norms and to create a cohesive and effective working team
Excellent project management skills
Knowledge in any Audit technologies and experience using Data Analytics tools is a plus
Commitment to valuing differences and working alongside diverse people and perspectives
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