7 Audit Assistant jobs in Bahrain

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A career in Audit at KPMG will give you insights into the inner workings of companies and a broad business perspective that can open countless opportunities for professional and personal growth. Our Audit process does more than assess financial information. It’s designed to focus on the key areas of risk so that our clients can focus on managing their core business. KPMG combines a multi-disciplinary approach with deep, practical industry knowledge to help clients meet challenges and respond to business opportunities.

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The Individual

• Graduate degree in Accounting or related field
• Fully qualified in any of the following international professional qualifications – CA, ACCA, ACA, CPA, CMA, CIA
• Knowledge of IFRS
• At least 5 years in public auditing and accounting, of which at least 3 years must be post-qualifying experience, preferably with a Big 4 Audit firm
• Experience working with banking clients with a good understanding of IFRS 9 requirements and regulatory requirements such as Basel rules (required)
• Extensive knowledge of best practice reporting and International Financial Reporting Standards
• Some experience outside the normal audit field, such as agreed-upon, accounting support, and other transaction support engagements
• Starting to actively develop an understanding of a range of financial and other areas (other than attestation and accounting advisory) to be able to assist clients on due diligence and other transaction support engagements. If this point is not available, then there should be available proof of being trained thereon

Location: Bahrain Office

We are currently recruiting for Finance & Office Administrative Assistant to join our team based in Bahrain.

Based in Joseph Gallagher’s Bahrain office, the Finance & Office Administrative Assistant will split responsibilities roughly 60 % Finance data-entry / 40 % HR & general admin. You will process high-volume financial data, keep master files audit-ready, and be the first point of contact for day-to-day office queries, all while ensuring compliance with Bahrain’s Labour Law and Social Insurance Organisation (SIO) regulations.

Company Background
The Joseph Gallagher Group is a family owned Civil Engineeringbusiness that delivers expertise whilst putting client satisfaction at the core of the business. Built on a personal reputation for honesty and quality, we understand the actions we take affect the communities and environments we operate in.
LIFE Culture
We're promoting a culture change within the industry and demonstrating initiatives to dramatically improve Health, Safety and Wellbeing. In 2014, we launched our award-winning cultural safety programme (LIFE) which is deeply embedded into the company’s DNA and core values.

Disability Confident Committed
We area disability confident employer and we'recommitted to providing equal opportunities in employment. All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation.

Reasonable Adjustments
We want to make our recruitment processes accessible to everyone, so if there is any way that we can support you to enable you to be the best you can, please contact the HR team at

Location: Manama – Bahrain
Hours: Part Time
Category: Academic Job

The academic staff teaches in discipline areas in which he or she has specific qualifications. As such, the academic staff is expected to plan, organize, and teach in a manner that encourages quality and effectiveness in line with the university’s mission, vision, and values. He or she also promotes and directs successful student learning.

• Develop plans for the subjects that will be taught and select appropriate books.
• Teach his/her courses, organise exams, enter and review student grades.
• Improve teaching and exam methods and promote new ways of teaching.
• Supervise thesis, student research, scientific reports and social activities.
• Provide academic guidance to students and serve as an academic advisor for them.
• Conduct and publish innovative research and studies.
• Help in developing knowledge and participate in research activities.
• Participate in councils and committees; local, regional and international conferences; and any activities that promote and improve the university.
• Adhere to his/her research and academic duties, and work on implementing bylaws and regulations of the university.
• Devote time to performing his/her scientific duties in the university, strive to promote the university mission and maintain a decent status in the fields of research, teaching and management.
• Engage with the community as per the university rules and regulations.
• Perform any other duties assigned by their direct manager, providing that they do not conflict with the nature of his/her work.
• Cooperate fully with the Head of the Department and the Dean in providing advice and proposals in all matters that will serve the best interests of the university, the students and the community.
• Provide students with academic advising during the registration period, constantly monitor their study plans and adhere to office hours.
• Maintain an up-to-date and accurate course portfolio.
• Participate in staff development / programmes and workshops.

• A PhD or an equivalent degree is the minimum requirement for holding an assistant professor position.
• A Master’s degree is the minimum requirement for holding a lecturer position.
• An ample experience in the academic field.
• Knowledge of the university’s academic management computer systems.
• Knowledge of the laws and regulations that govern academic work in the Kingdom of Bahrain.
• A good network of relationships at the academic level.
• Preferably a good command of English (written and spoken).

• The ability to manage and lead.
• Objectivity and impartiality.
• Persistence and a spirit of initiative.
• Accuracy and organisation skills.
• The ability to plan and achieve goals.
• Strong analytical skills.
• The ability to work under pressure and for long hours from time to time.
• Good conversation and communication skills.
• The ability to encourage and persuade.
• The ability to solve urgent problems.
• Good time- and resource-management skills.

Applicants should send a full resume, supporting documentation and a covering letter outlining their suitability for the post to Human Resources Department by email to

Join to apply for the A38 – Academic Staff in Accounting and Finance – Assistant Professor or Lecturer role at Applied Science University Bahrain .

• Part Time
• Location: Manama, Bahrain
• Posted: 2 weeks ago

The academic staff teaches in discipline areas in which they have specific qualifications. Responsibilities include planning, organizing, teaching, promoting student learning, supervising research, and participating in university activities.

• Develop course plans and select appropriate materials.
• Teach courses, organize exams, and review student grades.
• Enhance teaching methods and promote innovative approaches.
• Supervise thesis and research projects, and engage in social activities.
• Provide academic guidance and serve as an advisor to students.
• Conduct, publish, and develop research.
• Participate in committees, conferences, and university initiatives.
• Adhere to university bylaws and regulations.
• Promote the university's mission and engage with the community.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.
• Collaborate with department heads and deans for institutional development.
• Maintain an up-to-date course portfolio and participate in staff development programs.

• PhD or equivalent for Assistant Professor; Master's for Lecturer.
• Relevant academic experience.
• Knowledge of university management systems and local regulations.
• Strong professional network and command of English preferred.

• Leadership and management skills.
• Objectivity, persistence, and initiative.
• Organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and communicate effectively.
• Time and resource management skills.

Interested applicants should send their full resume, supporting documents, and a cover letter to . Include your name, email, job code, contact number, country of residence, nationality, and CV in your email.

• Financial Duties and Projects :
  • Plan and execute financial tasks.
  • Prepare financial statements, reports, and forecasts to ensure the company’s financial stability.
  • Draft budgets, income statements, balance sheets, tax returns, and other necessary reports required by regulatory authorities.
  • Manage risks associated with financial activities.
• Monthly Processes :
  • Compile financial reports and supervise month-end processes.
  • Draft procurement processes and approve purchase orders.
• Metrics and KPIs :
  • Monitor and manage metrics, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and generate reports for the financial department.
• Financial Evaluation :
  • Evaluate the organization’s financial performance and measure returns on investments.

• Education : A bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field. ACCA / CA inter preferred.
• Experience : At least 5 years of experience in a relevant financial position.

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Location: Bahrain Office

We are currently recruiting for Finance & Office Administrative Assistant to join our team based in Bahrain.

Location: Bahrain Office

We are currently recruiting for Finance & Office Administrative Assistant to join our team based in Bahrain.

Position Overview

Based in Joseph Gallagher’s Bahrain office, the Finance & Office Administrative Assistant will split responsibilities roughly 60 % Finance data-entry / 40 % HR & general admin. You will process high-volume financial data, keep master files audit-ready, and be the first point of contact for day-to-day office queries, all while ensuring compliance with Bahrain’s Labour Law and Social Insurance Organisation (SIO) regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Finance (≈ 60 %)HR / General Administration (≈ 40 %)

• Enter purchase invoices, expense claims, plant-hire logs and weekly timesheets into the ERP (e.g., COINS / Easybuild) with 100 % accuracy before daily cut-offs.
• Maintain digital and paper employee records (visas, CPR, medicals, training, right-to-work) in line with GDPR and Bahrain LMRA requirements.
• Reconcile supplier statements, prepare month-end journals and assist with cost-code reviews.
• Draft letters, and assist in contracts and onboarding packs; schedule inductions for new starters.
• Run routine reports (Aged Payables, GRNI, cost-to-date) and investigate anomalies.
• Coordinate medicals, drug & alcohol testing, CSCS/CPCS and work-permit renewals.
• Support weekly payroll verification, liaising with site foremen for missing data.
• Arrange travel, training courses and accommodation; raise POs for HR/office spend.
• Keep Finance archives organised for statutory audit & VAT inspections.
• Answer basic office questions and escalate complex issues to the HR Manager. Person Specification EssentialDesirable
• High-school passes (or equivalent) in Maths.
• Relevant extra qualifications.
• 1–2 yrs experience in data-entry, finance admin or bookkeeping.
• Familiarity with COINS, Easy build or other construction ERPs.
• Intermediate Excel (sort, filter, VLOOKUP/PivotTables).
• Experience with LMRA visa portals or HRIS systems.
• Meticulous attention to detail; confidential by nature.
• Arabic language skills.
  
  

• Seniority level Not Applicable

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Administrative
• Industries Civil Engineering

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