Senior Auditor, Professional Practice Group, Rapid Innovation, Karachi, Pakistan

Job description

From small businesses to some of the world’s best-known brands, our clients count on reliable financial statements, information, and processes to inform their on-going strategies. More than ever, business is about interpreting and reacting to complex data - and they look to us for advice and services they can trust every time. You will use your professional skills and experience to make it happen, handling complex audit procedures across a broad range of industries and responsibilities.

Our tailored external audit services help build trust and confidence through transparency, clarity and consistency. We are 79,000+ professionals based worldwide across 150 countries. Audit services involve reporting on the fairness in all material respects with which a client’s audited financial statements are presented, in conformity with the applicable financial reporting framework.

The opportunity

EY’s Rapid Innovation practice supports audit engagements across the MENA region both remotely and through travel to MENA offices.

The role will be based in our Karachi center of excellence and will support client engagements across the MENA region.

Your key responsibilities

As a member of the Audit Professional Practice Group (PPG) you will perform assessment of client acceptance and continuance, using EY’s online tool.

As a member of the Audit Professional Practice Group (PPG) you will perform assessment of client acceptance and continuance, using EY’s online tool. You shall also manage the global rotation tool, to monitor compliance with Global Policies on Independence with respect to Partner and Firm rotation and will provide support to MENA region in implementation and subsequent compliance with ISQM 1 standard.

Moreover, you will also support MENA region in learning initiatives and will engage in other quality initiatives throughout the year. Actively establishing internal relationships and identifying and escalating potential business opportunities for EY will be essential, as well contributing to people initiatives, including recruiting and retaining assurance professionals. With a clear focus on anticipating and identifying risks, you'll escalate issues as appropriate.

Skills and attributes for success

Pro- activity, accountability, and results- driven people will flourish in this environment. Dealing with competing priorities, understanding how to manage resources, and communicating effectively are key skills. This will have a huge impact on those around you and help promote a positive work ethic.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Strong academic record, including a bachelor’s degree or professional accounting qualification, such as ACCA, CA, ACA, CPA
• At least four years of professional experience in external audit

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Track record with a leading international audit firm

What we look for

We are interested in entrepreneurs who have the confidence to develop and promote a brand-new strategic vision both internally and externally. You will be business savvy with a passion for innovation as well as the motivation to create your own EY journey.

What we offer

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer:

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build.

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