Audit Associate

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in planning audit engagements: understand client business, industry, internal control environment and key risks.
• Carry out audit procedures: tests of controls, substantive testing, analytical procedures of financial and non-financial data.
• Prepare audit work-papers, document findings, identify mis-statements and assess them individually and cumulatively against materiality.
• Draft or contribute to audit reports, management letters and other deliverables, summarising audit findings and recommendations for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, ISAs, UAE regulatory requirements and firm's methodology.
• Assist in reviewing financial statements and disclosures for completeness, accuracy and consistency.
• Maintain client communication: coordinate with clients to gather information, resolve queries and ensure timely delivery.
• Use audit software, data analytics tools and Microsoft Office (especially Excel) to enhance audit efficiency.
• Contribute to budgeting of audit fees and monitor incurred time/expenses relative to budget.
• Stay abreast of changes in accounting, auditing and regulatory standards in the UAE and region.
• Provide coaching/mentoring to more junior team members (depending on level of seniority).

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field (Master's preferred but not required).
• Professional qualification (or working towards) such as ACCA, CPA, CA, ICAEW.
• Experience: typically 1-4 years of audit or finance experience depending on level (Associate vs Senior Associate).
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and auditing standards (ISAs) in a UAE or international context.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel), audit software and data analytics is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, manage multiple assignments. / Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to travel to client sites as required. Some firms may require Arabic language skills (advantage).

Skills & Competencies

• Analytical mindset and comfort working with numbers, financial statements and audit data.
• Good understanding of business processes, internal controls and risk-assessment frameworks.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills (English is essential; Arabic beneficial).
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team; a collaborator.
• Good organisational and time-management skills—able to prioritise tasks and manage deadlines.
• Integrity, ethics and professional scepticism—essential in audit roles.
• Adaptability and willingness to learn; openness to new audit tools/technologies.

What's in It For You

• Exposure to a diverse portfolio of clients (local UAE businesses, free-zone entities, multinational groups) and industries.
• Opportunity to develop your audit career and professional accreditations (e.g., ACCA/CPA) within a supportive environment.
• Mentoring and training to build technical and soft-skills.
• Competitive salary and benefits in line with industry and Dubai market.
• Possibility of progression into Senior Associate, Manager and beyond roles.

Reporting Lines & Career Path

• Typically reports to Audit Senior or Audit Manager.
• Works closely with other associates, seniors and partners on audit engagements.
• Possible progression: Audit Associate → Senior Associate → Audit Manager → Senior Manager → Partner.

Additional Considerations for Dubai Market

• Understanding the regulatory environment in UAE (e.g., local company law, UAE Corporate Tax regime, free-zone rules) is advantageous.
• Experience in free-zone entities, multi-entity groups and international reporting may add value.
• Familiarity with digital audit tools and data analytics is increasingly important.
• Flexibility for travel among client sites and possible overtime during peak audit periods (year-end, interim).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹20, ₹35,000.00 per month

Experience:

• Auditing: 1 year (Required)