Senior Associate - Audit

About the role

A growing firm in Karachi, Pakistan is seeking a Senior Associate - Audit to join its team. The role involves audit assignments for clients primarily based in Canada, working closely with local and international teams and helping ensure the accuracy and integrity of their financial statements. The position offers professional growth and mentorship opportunities.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and execute audit engagements for Canadian-based clients, ensuring compliance with ISAs and relevant regulations
• Prepare and review working papers, financial statements and related reports accurately
• Identify and communicate audit issues and risks to senior management and clients
• Supervise and mentor junior audit staff
• Analyse finances and evaluate internal control systems
• Liaise directly with clients to gather information, answer inquiries and build professional relationships
• Assist in planning, executing and completing audit fieldwork
• Research and interpret accounting standards and regulatory requirements for Canadian clients
• Contribute to improving audit processes and maintain strict confidentiality and professional ethics

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field; ACCA/CA finalist preferred
• 3-5 years of progressive experience in external audit, preferably with international clients
• Strong understanding and practical application of ISAs
• Excellent written and verbal communication and ability to prioritise multiple engagements
• Attention to detail, analytical problem solving and ability to work independently and in a team
• Proficiency in English sufficient for communicating with Canadian clients

Required skills

• Practical application of ISAs
• Audit software such as CaseWare, QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel