Job Description
Job Title: Audit Associate
Department: Statutory Audit
Location: Remote
Job Type: Full-time
Job Description:
We are looking for a driven and detail-oriented Audit Associate to specialize in statutory audits. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be involved in the entire audit lifecycle, from planning and execution to final reporting. The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge of audit and accounting standards, be capable of preparing and reviewing financial statements, and thrive in a fast-paced, client-centric environment. You will be an essential part of a collaborative team, working remotely to deliver high-quality audit services to our clients.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Statutory Audit Execution:
❖ Perform statutory audits to ensure compliance with applicable auditing standards, regulatory requirements, and legal frameworks.
❖ Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and IFRS as required.
❖ Analyse and validate financial data to ensure the accuracy of accounting records, identifying discrepancies and potential risk areas.
❖ Ensure thorough documentation of audit processes, findings, and actionable recommendations.
2. Client Relationship Management:
❖ Serve as a key point of contact for clients & partner during the audit process, maintaining strong professional relationships.
❖ Effectively communicate audit results, findings, and recommendations to both clients and internal team members.
3. Team Collaboration & Leadership:
❖ Work closely with senior team members to execute audits in compliance with company protocols and audit best practices.
❖ Mentor junior staff, fostering a learning environment that promotes knowledge- sharing and professional development in statutory audits.
Qualifications:
❖ Bachelor’s degree in accounting & finance.
❖ Semi-qualified CA, CPA, or fully qualified ACCA preferred.
❖ 2-3 years of relevant experience in audit, with a strong focus on statutory audits and financial statement preparation.
❖ Extensive knowledge of auditing and accounting standards (e.g., IGAAP, INDAS, USGAAP, IFRS).
❖ Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Word.
❖ Hands-on experience with auditing software is highly advantageous.
Skills:
❖ Audit Expertise: Strong grasp of statutory audit procedures, standards, and documentation practices.
❖ Analytical Abilities: Capacity to critically assess financial data and identify inconsistencies or risk factors.
❖ Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for clear, concise reporting and client interaction.
❖ Team Player: Collaborative mindset, with the ability to work effectively within teams or independently when needed.
❖ Adaptability: Comfortable in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple client engagements simultaneously.
Preferred Skills:
❖ Proficiency in Microsoft Office
❖ Hands-on experience with audit tools such as CaseWare.
❖ Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero, Zoho, etc.)
❖ Strong knowledge of accounting and audit documentation platforms.
❖ Specialized experience with statutory audits during articleship and later professional roles.
