Senior Associate - Audit & Assurance

BDO UAE provides audit and assurance, advisory, tax and business outsourcing services to companies across all sectors of the economy.As one of the world’s leading audit and accounting organizations, we have clients of all types and sizes, from large corporate organizations to private businesses, entrepreneurs and individuals across various industry sectors.From a global beginning in 1963 with five firms, today BDO extends across 166 countries and territories, with 115,661 people working out of 1,776 offices.Job DescriptionResponsible to lead and perform external audit of clients as per BDO audit methodology and ensuring a qualitative documentation.Responsible to assist the client in preparation or review of financial statements of the allocated assignments as per the International Financial Reporting Standards.Responsible for the overall project management of the audit engagement such as preparation of project plan, timely engagement with client and effective turnaround of audit deliverables.Identify and discuss audit & accounting issues on a timely basis with the audit engagement team and the client along with proposing proper resolution of these matters.Prepare reports and communicate findings and recommendations to the client and agree with them. Develop strengths to present to the Audit Committee/BOD/TCWG.Follow the evolution of the client’s needs, commercial focus and business objectives, and timely anticipate issues and questions. Propose relevant services and solutions to provide value addition.Provide exceptional client service by understanding the client's requirement in detail and ensuring timely delivery.Ensure continuous professional development by updating oneself on local regulations, International Financial Reporting Standards, any changes to audit methodology etc. and discussing any such changes with the clients proactively.Qualification & Key AttributesCPA, CA, ACCA or equivalent is must2+ years of post-qualification experience in auditing, with leading professional services firms or large multinational organizations and systemsDegree in Business, Accounting, or related fieldSuccessful record of engagement managementFluent in English (Reading, Speaking and Writing)LocationDubai or Abu Dhabi (Final location will be determined based on the interview process.)BDO's StoryThe BDO story is truly remarkable one, built on solid foundations laid by our visionary founder. BDO is fundamentally a people-centric business with a proven track record of exceptional client service.In 2018, we unveiled our leadership ambition: “Our Dream” - emphasizing that it’s time for BDO to lead— for our people to lead, each of us in our own right. Whether in our markets, through innovation, or as future advisors, our purpose, or “WHY,” drives us forward.Our WHY is “People helping People achieve their Dreams”. Our “WHY” defines our identity – serving as our motivation and guiding principle. This principle is at the heart of BDO because people’s dreams matter to us.We are driven to help our colleagues, clients, and communities become their fullest. At BDO, a career is distinguished by our unique culture—a fusion of people, passion, and results that defines and shapes everything we do.What It's Like to Work at BDO UAEWhile many accounting firms offer professional services, few match our rich culture of opportunity, personal fulfillment, and long-term growth.We are dedicated to the sustainable development of our people, respecting their talents and fostering their growth. Accountability and personal responsibility are encouraged at all levels, supported by structured career planning and training.Our global culture respects local cultural nuances and strives to be ethical, socially, and environmentally responsible everywhere we operate.At BDO UAE, our diverse team is united by a shared ambition to make a meaningful impact and become the industry’s top choice.#J-18808-Ljbffr