5 External Audit Senior Associate Insurance Industry Bahrain jobs in Capital

Description

Established in the region for 40 years, PwC has around 12,000 people in 12 countries across the region: Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, the Palestinian territories, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.

Our regional team operates across the Middle East bringing international experience delivered within the context of the region and its culture. We can bring the collective knowledge and experience of more than 370,000 people across the entire global PwC network in advisory, assurance and tax to help you find the value you are looking for.

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in audit and assurance focus on providing independent and objective assessments of financial statements, internal controls, and other assurable information enhancing the credibility and reliability of this information with a variety of stakeholders. They evaluate compliance with regulations including assessing governance and risk management processes and related controls.

In financial statement audit at PwC, you will focus on obtaining reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements as a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor’s report that includes the auditor’s opinion.

Focused on relationships, you are building meaningful client connections, and learning how to manage and inspire others. Navigating increasingly complex situations, you are growing your personal brand, deepening technical expertise and awareness of your strengths. You are expected to anticipate the needs of your teams and clients, and to deliver quality. Embracing increased ambiguity, you are comfortable when the path forward isn’t clear, you ask questions, and you use these moments as opportunities to grow.

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

• Respond effectively to the diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others.
• Use a broad range of tools, methodologies and techniques to generate new ideas and solve problems.
• Use critical thinking to break down complex concepts.
• Understand the broader objectives of your project or role and how your work fits into the overall strategy.
• Develop a deeper understanding of the business context and how it is changing.
• Use reflection to develop self awareness, enhance strengths and address development areas.
• Interpret data to inform insights and recommendations.
• Uphold and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Accounting and Financial Reporting Standards, Accounting Policies, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Artificial Intelligence (AI) Platform, Auditing, Auditing Methodologies, Client Management, Communication, Compliance Auditing, Complying With Regulations, Creativity, Data Analysis and Interpretation, Data Ingestion, Data Modeling, Data Quality, Data Security, Data Transformation, Data Visualization, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, External Audit {+ 24 more}

Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

Yes

Government Clearance Required?

Yes

For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.

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Line of Service
Assurance

Industry/Sector
Not Applicable

Specialism
Assurance

Management Level
Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary


As an External Audit Senior Associate you will be contributing in delivering the best service to our clients. You will be reporting to Managers and above, working as part of a team that helps the clients building trust, solving complex challenges, and proactively assisting in the management of several engagements. Your job duties will include but will not be limited to:

• Using your analytical skills to analyse the client's financial statements and ensure they adhere to financial regulations
  
• Examining financial and accounting records, other documents, and tangible items such as inventory, or plant and equipment
  
• Asking a range of questions – from formal written questions to informal oral questions – to a range of individuals at our client organizations
  
• Testing the client organization's internal controls and processes
  
• Building trust and credibility with the clients by understanding their expectations and delivering high quality services
  
• Taking accountability for researching and understanding key facts on the client;s industry information before the engagement begins
  
• Communicating with the Manager and/ or Partner in a timely manner with respect to engagement progress – risks, issues, variances from plan in terms of time, budget, etc.
  
• Taking full ownership of external file completion
  
• Analyzing engagement economics of self and field staff and explaining variances from the budgets
  
• Reviewing the work of the associate levels and providing them on-job training , coaching and timely constructive feedback to help them grow in their career
  
• Ensuring you are adhering to compliance with the risk, quality and independence matters
  
• Engaging and dealing effectively with diverse teams from the planning through the completion phase of the audit as well as closely following up on the progress of the requested tasks to ensure meeting the timeline and the firm’s internal KPI’s
  
• Taking part in the digital initiatives and upskilling areas which aligns most with your team’s business needs
  
• Performing other procedures as necessary to support issuance of the assurance deliverables
  
  

What will you bring?

You are ambitious and you utilize opportunities to grow and develop. In addition, you recognise yourself in the following characteristics:

• A degree in accounting, finance or any other related academic major
  
• Completed or pursuing a professional qualification, such as ACCA, CA, ACA, CPA (preferably)
  
• Progressive experience at the Senior Associate level working with a range of external audit clients in a Big 4 professional services firm
  
• Experience working with diverse range of industries
  
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills that allow you to thrive in a team environment
  
• Bilingual proficiency in Arabic and English (oral and written) is a plus
  
• Business development and client relationship building skills
  
• Willingness to challenge the ‘norms’ and to create a cohesive and effective working team
  
• Excellent project management skills
  
• Knowledge in any Audit technologies, and experience using Data Analytics tools is a plus
  
• Commitment to valuing differences and working alongside diverse people and perspectives
  

• Thorough technical skills and experience regarding applicable accounting reporting and auditing standards, with demonstrated exceptional performance
  
• Experience in the design of engagement procedures based on risk and materiality
  
• Previous experience in coaching and leading engagement teams
  
• Strong technical knowledge and having the ability to research issues, present alternatives and conclusions to client/Manager
  
  

The skills we look for in future employees

All our people need to demonstrate the skills and behaviors that help us deliver our business strategy - that make up “ The PwC Professional”.

The PwC Professional framework plays a significant role in outlining the capabilities needed by our people to flourish, learn and develop together as leaders at every level. The framework exists to support the development and career progression of our people, helping them to meet the expectations of our clients, colleagues and communities in today’s changing global marketplace.

Why you’ll love working for PwC

We’re a business that leads with the heart and we prioritize our people. Led by our value of care, we find ways to help our people, our clients and one another. With PwC, you will ignite a meaningful career and will be provided with a range of financial and non-financial rewards and benefits designed to encourage your growth, like:

• A competitive remuneration plan in which you will be rewarded for your success and acknowledged for the value you provide to our company .
  
• We encourage an inclusive and diverse culture where people can be themselves, are valued for their strengths and are empowered to be the best they can be. This makes us strong as a business, enabling us to solve important problems and deliver value to our clients.
  
• A flexible workframe to encourage work-life balance.
  
• We care about our employees' mental health and well-being by providing specialists to offer advice, as well as meditation, yoga, and other relaxation online sessions.
  
• Limitless opportunities for continuous learning and digital upskilling.
  
• A friendly atmosphere that encourages innovative mindsets, relationships development, and assisting others in growing and working in ways that bring out their best.
  
• A competitive Schooling allowance and insurance packages (As per PwC policy).
  
  

To learn more about our new equation that built this culture please visit this link.

If you’re looking for a place that fuels your ambition to make a difference, that matches your curiosity with continuous learning opportunities and reimagines ways of working to enable you to lead a more balanced life, then you’re a future PwCer.

Learn more about “ Life at PwC ME ” through this link.

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)

Degrees/Field of Study required:


Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills

Optional Skills
Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Accounting and Financial Reporting Standards, Accounting Policies, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Artificial Intelligence (AI) Platform, Auditing, Auditing Methodologies, Client Management, Communication, Compliance Auditing, Complying With Regulations, Creativity, Data Analysis and Interpretation, Data Ingestion, Data Modeling, Data Quality, Data Security, Data Transformation, Data Visualization, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, External Audit {+ 24 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements
Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?
Yes

Government Clearance Required?
Yes

Job Posting End Date

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From small businesses to some of the world’s best-known brands, our clients count on reliable financial statements, information and processes to inform their on-going strategies. More than ever, business is about interpreting and reacting to complex data - and they look to us for advice and services they can trust every time. You will use your professional skills and experience to make it happen, handling complex audit procedures across a broad range of industries and responsibilities.

Our tailored external audit services help build trust and confidence through transparency, clarity and consistency. We are 79,000+ professionals based worldwide across 150 countries. Audit services involve reporting on the fairness in all material respects with which a client’s audited financial statements are presented, in conformity with the applicable financial reporting framework.

**The opportunity**

EY is looking for a Manager with insurance sector experience to join the Audit team to lead on complex audit engagements and support growth of the Audit business.

**Your key responsibilities**

As a Manager, you will manage the delivery of audit engagements by defining the audit strategy in consultation with Associate Partners or Partners and executing it in compliance with EY’s policies and protocols. When required, you'll personally execute complex audit procedures and lead teams or parts of teams on engagements, depending on the size of the engagement. You’ll also assist in managing the financial aspects of engagements by organizing staffing, tracking fees and communicating issues to project leaders as well as participate in business development initiatives.

You'll actively establish, maintain and strengthen internal and external relationships and confirm that work delivered to clients is of a high quality. As part of this, you'll anticipate and identify risks and escalate issues, as appropriate. As an influential member of the team, you'll help to create a positive learning culture and will coach and counsel junior team members and help them to develop through effectively supervising, coaching and mentoring. You will also contribute to people initiatives including recruiting, retaining and training Assurance professionals and contribute to the maintenance of an educational program to continually develop personal skills of staff.

**Skills and attributes for success**

Pro
- activity, accountability and results
- driven people will flourish in this environment. Dealing with competing priorities, understanding how to manage resources and communicating effectively are key skills. This will have a huge impact on those around you and help promote a positive work ethic.

**To qualify for the role, you must have**
- Strong academic record, including a degree and professional accounting qualification
- At least eight years of professional experience in external audit
- Thorough knowledge of current auditing techniques and experience managing teams
- Specific industry experience in Insurance
- Experience with a Big 4 accounting firm
- Understanding of currently applicable and upcoming IFRS as well as US GAAP
- Experience of risk-based audit process
- Knowledge of use of audit tools and data analytic tools
- Coaching, mentoring and counselling experience
- Fluent English communication skills
- Effective presentation skills

**Ideally, you’ll also have**
- Proficiency in the Arabic language
- Experience in the Middle East & North Africa (MENA) region

**What we look for**

We are interested in entrepreneurs who have the confidence to develop and promote a brand-new strategic vision both internally and externally. You will be business savvy with a passion for innovation as well as the motivation to create your own EY journey.

**What we offer**

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer:

- **Continuous learning**: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
- **Success as defined by you**: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
- **Transformative leadership**: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
- **Diverse and inclusive culture**: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

**If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.
**The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build.
**EY | Building a better working world**

EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.

Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate.

Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, ta

About Deloitte

When you work for us, you commit to a career at one of the largest and most prestigious professional services firms in the world. We have received numerous awards over the last few years, including Best Employer in the Middle East, and Best Consulting Firm, and the Middle East Training & Development Excellence Award.

Our Purpose

Deloitte makes an impact that matters. Every day we challenge ourselves to do what matters most—for clients, for our people, and for society. We serve clients distinctively, bringing innovative insights, solving complex challenges and unlocking sustainable growth. We inspire our talented professionals to deliver outstanding value to clients, providing an exceptional career experience and an inclusive and collaborative culture. We contribute to society, building confidence and trust in the markets, upholding the integrity of organizations and supporting our communities.

Our shared values guide the way we behave to make a positive, enduring impact:

Audit & Assurance | Associate Admin

The role of the Associate Admin involves demonstrating and developing capabilities in the following areas:

• Being the first point of contact and confidently communicating with staff, clients, and suppliers at all levels.
• Providing general clerical and administrative support, including maintaining the filing system, assisting with basic administration tasks, managing office supplies, responding to correspondence, and supporting business continuity plans.
• Maintaining records of employee extensions, client contact numbers, and preparing paperwork such as engagement letters, invoices, and general letters.
• Managing financial documentation, including preparing and comparing financial statements in Arabic and English, issuing reports, and handling the formatting and issuance of financial statements after review.
• Providing administrative support to HR activities, including documentation, scheduling, and employee processes.

Leadership Capabilities

• Understanding Deloitte's purpose and values and exploring opportunities for impact.
• Demonstrating commitment to personal learning and acting as a brand ambassador.
• Maintaining accountability for performance and developing communication and relationship-building skills.
• Understanding how daily work contributes to team and business priorities.

Qualifications

• University degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including telephone etiquette and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in standard office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and email/internet applications.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and trust.
• Fluency in English; bilingual candidates in Arabic and English preferred.

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