Our Assurance group is one of the most trusted, respected and influential organisations in theindustry. As part of our team, you will provide peace of mind to clients by using your skills andexperience to give companies, investors and regulators confidence in the validity of financialstatements and business-critical information or processes. Groups (or, as we call them, sub-servicelines) within Assurance include External Audit, Climate Change and Sustainability Services,Financial Accounting Advisory Services and Forensic & Integrity Services.
Join our External Audit team and you will help our clients meet their reporting requirements byproviding an objective and independent examination of their financial statements, timely andconstructive discussion with management on accounting and reporting matters, and a robust and clearperspective to audit committees.
The opportunity
You will experience ongoing professional development through diverse experiences, world-classlearning and individually tailored coaching. That's how we develop outstanding leaders who team todeliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders, and in so doing, play a critical role inbuilding a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.
Your key responsibilities
As an Audit Assistant, you will work on various audit engagements in different industry sectors inwhich Ernst & Young is acknowledged as a market leader, specifically: financial services, energyand utilities, oil and gas, telecommunications, industrial products, automotive, retail andconsumer products, real estate, etc. You will:Develop an understanding of the audit client's business
Interact with the clients in order to collect all the necessary data/information, set-up and maintain audit files, prepare leads, etc.
Support the planning, execution and delivery of assurance engagements
Clearly and accurately document the execution of specific audit procedures as defined by the engagement objectives, audit client's engagement history, and planned audit approach
Recognize potential audit issues or unusual relationships from basic analysis of the financial statements and communicate them to the assurance team
Skills and attributes for successStrong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong drive to excel professionally, and to guide and motivate others
Advanced written and verbal communication skills
Dedicated, innovative, resourceful, analytical and able to work under pressure
Foster an efficient, innovative and team-oriented work environment
To qualify for the role you must haveA bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field / ACCA or pass at least fundamental levels of ACCA
Minimum of 1 to 2 years of work experience in Audit Services or a related field
Ideally, you'll also havePrior working experience in global professional services organization or mid-tier firms will be highly advantageous
What we look for
Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritizeshifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you'll be a confidentteam player equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make thingshappen in a dynamic organization. If you're ready to take on a wide range of responsibilities, andare committed to seeking out new ways to make a difference, this role is for you.
What working at EY offers
EY offers a competitive remuneration package commensurate with your work experience, where you willbe rewarded for your individual and team performance. We are committed to being an inclusiveemployer and are happy to consider flexible working arrangements (FWA), as needed, guided by ourFWA Policy. Plus, we offer:Support, coaching and feedback from engaging colleagues
Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that is right for you
About EY
As a global leader in assurance, tax, strategy, transaction and consulting services, we hire anddevelop the most passionate people in their field to help build a better working world. This startswith a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to makethings better. So that whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experiencelasts a lifetime.
If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soonas possible.
Join us in building a better working world.
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