Summary
KPMG Lower Gulf is hiring an Audit Senior Associate specializing in technology, media and telecommunications (TMT) audits in Dubai. The role involves planning and conducting audit assignments, assessing risks and controls, managing client deliverables, and supporting junior team members. Applicants need at least two years of postgraduate experience, recent TMT audit experience, and a relevant educational or professional qualification in progress. Fluency in both English and Arabic is required.
The posting
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Role: Audit - Sr. Associate – TMT Audits (FY25 - DXB)
Position Commencement Date: October 1st, 2024.
Interviews to Commence in June 2024
We are currently seeking a qualified Audit - Sr. Associate specializing in TMT audits to join our team for the FY25 Hiring Session. The selected candidate will assume responsibilities starting from October 1st, 2024, with interviews scheduled to begin in June 2024.
Job Identification:
- Title: Audit - Sr. Associate – TMT Audit - FY25 (DXB)
- Department: Audit
- Reporting to: Supervisor
- Supervising: Senior Associate
- Hierarchical Level: E3
- Job Family: Audit
Overall Objective and Responsibilities:
As an Audit - Sr. Associate specializing in TMT audits, you will be responsible for overseeing and conducting comprehensive audits within the Technology, Media & Telecommunications sector, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist in planning, executing, and finalizing all TMT audit assignments for Manager/Partner review.
- Produce work for review, TMT consulting issues and offering potential solutions.
- Manage client deliverables, including attending meetings.
- Conduct strategic analysis specific to the TMT industry.
- Identify business and audit risks in the TMT sector.
- Assess the effectiveness of client processes and controls within the TMT industry.
- Perform higher-risk and nonroutine audit functions in the TMT sector.
- Provide day-to-day management of junior team members.
- Ensure effective use and application of KPMG Audit Manual/Methodology, auditing standards, and relevant industry standards within TMT.
Profile:
Education Requirements:
- Bachelors in commerce or completed A levels or equivalent.
- ACCA: Minimum of 9 papers (F1-F9) completed.
- CPA: Completion of 2 papers.
- ICAEW: Completion of Professional Stage.
Work Experience Requirements:
- 2+ years postgraduate experience.
- Recent experience in TMT audits.
- Strong understanding of accounting concepts related to the TMT sector.
- Computer literacy.
Knowledge / Technical Skills:
1. Strong analytical skills.
2. Customer focus.
3. Mentors new team members.
Language Skills:
- English: Fluent in speaking, reading, writing, and listening.
- Arabic: Fluent in speaking, reading, writing, and listening.
Interpersonal Skills:
1. Proactive and independent.
2. Strong research skills.
3. Excellent analytical skills.
4. Proficient problem solver.
5. Effective communicator.