Assistant Manager - CPA (External Audit or Assurance)

Job Summary:

We are looking for a qualified Certified Public Accountant (CPA) to join the team as an Assistant Manager, responsible for leading audit or assurance engagements and supervising field teams in the delivery of high-quality work. The role is suited for professionals with strong technical knowledge, leadership potential, and experience in the external audit or advisory space, ideally within a professional services environment.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate sound judgment, effective communication, and a commitment to maintaining audit quality and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning and execution of audit and assurance engagements, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with applicable standards.
• Supervise and review the work of associates and senior associates, providing coaching and technical support.
• Prepare and review financial statements, audit reports, and supporting documentation.
• Liaise with clients to manage expectations, address queries, and provide value-added insights.
• Perform risk assessments and ensure proper documentation of key processes and controls.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders such as technical, risk, and tax teams when needed.
• Monitor engagement budgets, timelines, and staff allocations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of audit processes and methodology compliance.
• Support learning and development initiatives within the team and firm-wide.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Accountancy or related field; Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is required.
• At least 5-7 years of progressive experience in external audit or assurance, with 1-2 years in a supervisory or assistant manager role.
• Strong knowledge of applicable financial reporting standards (e.g., IFRS, local GAAP) and auditing standards (e.g., ISA).
• Experience handling clients in financial services, commercial, or regulated industries is a plus.
• Effective communicator with strong client relationship and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical, documentation, and project management abilities.
• Proficient in audit tools and Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with data analytics tools is an advantage.