Assistant Manager/ Manager, Audit & Assurance

Assistant Manager/ Manager | Audit & Assurance | Accounting & Reporting Advisory | UAE In your role as an Accounting and Reporting Advisory (ARA) - Assistant Manager/ Manager, you will participate in client proposals and oversee day-to-day operations of engagements. You will leverage your various skillsets to be an agile contributor to the practice, and you will demonstrate and develop your capabilities in the following areas: • Conduct research on various technical issues under IFRS and other local GAAPs and provide input into the preparation of high-quality technical reports and presentations. • Actively contribute to the development of client proposals, including drafting scope of work and project budgets. • Collaborate and work closely with managers, senior managers, partners, and clients to influence strategy and balance risks and client expectations. • Draft revenue recognition and leasing accounting policies under IFRS and other local GAAPs for clients. • Lead and deliver engagements for preparation of financial statements under IFRS and other local GAAP frameworks for clients of diversified industries. • Ensure that the engagement team fully understands the distinctive objectives, goals, and expectations of the clients. • Prepare training to educate the client of the potential impact of the new accounting standards on their financial statements and systems. • Actively involved in devising of project planning and strategy. Work closely with leadership to manage projects locally and internationally. • Depending on relevant experience, manage projects such as: • Complex accounting advice on abnormal transactions or acquisitions • Financial statements and accounting policies review • IFRS impact assessment • Involved in the preparation of technical accounting memos on specific IFRS topics. Leadership capabilities: • Builds own understanding of our purpose and values; explores opportunities for impact. • Demonstrates strong commitment to personal learning and development; acts as a brand ambassador to help attract top talent. • Understands expectations and demonstrates personal accountability for keeping performance on track. • Actively focuses on developing effective communication and relationship-building skills. • Understands how their daily work contributes to the priorities of the team and the business. • Bachelor s Degree in Business Administration, with a concentration in Finance, Accounting or Economics and strong academic credentials • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team • Ability to prioritize tasks and work on multiple assignments • Demonstrated problem solving skills and strong communication skills • Fluent in English (reading, speaking, and writing) • 5+ years of public accounting or equivalent experience • Structuring Accounting • Technical accounting advisory experience • Experience in financial close processes, financial reporting, and financial controls • Strong on-the-job training skills and a desire to teach • Experience working in a fast-paced, team environment • Good project and time management skills • Good writing skills and an ability to clearly document facts, issues, and resolutions of complex accounting matters • Good presentation skills and an ability to explain complex issues clearly and succinctly • Ability to work efficiently and effectively in a virtual environment