Job Title: Senior Assurance Analyst
About this position:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Assurance Analyst to join our team. As a Senior Assurance Analyst, you will be responsible for executing audits in a timely manner in accordance with the annual audit plan.
* Planning performed in accordance with the Audit manual.
* Engagement scoping and objective setting completed with an understanding of the tests, client, industry, risks and controls developing as preparation progresses.
* Fieldwork performed in accordance with the Audit manual.
* Care taken to ensure the adequacy of workpaper documentation and the appropriateness of performance tests.
* Evaluation of findings for relevance and for forming an opinion.
* Ongoing communication with clients and AIC regarding progress and results.
* Reporting performed in accordance with the Audit manual.
* Materials presented in a clear, logical and precise manner.
* Issues reported on accurately and treated according to significance (rating).
* Timely and clear communication maintained with key client representatives to ensure that assurance work proceeds as planned.
* Responsibility for ensuring that findings are communicated as they are identified, outstanding information requests are completed and client relationships are strengthened.
* Preparation of clear, specific, well-presented and easy-to-understand workpapers.
* Queries drafted in a professional and concise manner with only minor amendments.
* Proactive chasing of clients when delays are present.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
To be successful in this role, you will need to have:
* A relevant tertiary qualification.
* CA/CPA qualification (or working towards completion).
* A minimum of three years of recent work experience as an Auditor in a public practice firm.
* Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Accounting principles and practices.
* Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to assess the risks for clients before decision making.
* Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to consult with peers.
* Excellent report writing and presentation skills.
* Ability to work to deadlines and under pressure.
* Ability to work proactively and autonomously.
* Ability to view engagements holistically.
* Ability to apply professional scepticism to all scenarios.
Benefits:
We offer a range of financial and non-financial benefits to support and reward our people, including:
* International and domestic mobility opportunities.
* Inner city location.
* Wellbeing program.
* Flu vaccinations.
* Learning and development programs.
* Social club activities charity and community events.
* Study assistance to achieve CA/CPA qualifications (financial support & study leave).
* Flexible working.
* Employee referral bonus.
* Employee assistance program.
* Paid parental leave.
* Discounts on banking & insurance health insurance retail and entertainment health and well-being.
Why Join Us:
We believe that our people are our greatest asset, and we offer a range of benefits and opportunities to help you develop and grow in your career.
Contact us to discuss further details about this opportunity.