External Audit - Senior Associate

We are looking for an External Auditor - Senior Associate level to design and test performance of the work programs on the audit of various US companies under the supervision of a Manager. The Senior Associate is responsible for all aspects of Auditing, from planning, design, execution, and presentation, using the latest in cloud computing technology.

Responsibilities:

• Plans the audit, design and execute the audit plan, consolidate findings, and financial reporting.
• Reviews and supervises staff work to ensure timeliness and accuracy of work.
• Ensure that deliverables are prepared in accordance with the Client's audit methodology and preferences.
• Must pay attention to detail, and understands how timeliness and accuracy of work impacts overall client experience.
• Participate in training and coaching of Associates/Staff by providing them timely constructive feedback.
• Demonstrate ability to lead, conduct future team learnings and recommend process improvements.
• Must pay attention to detail, and understands how timeliness and accuracy of work impacts overall client experience
• And other tasks that may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications:

• Candidate must possess at least a Bachelor's/College Degree in Finance/ Accountancy or equivalent.
• CPA License is a plus.
• With at least 3 years experience or 3+ busy season experience in External Audit.
• Exposure to US external audit.
• Experience in IFRS and US GAAP/GAAS
• Experience in the financial services industry is a plus.
• Familiarity with smart audit tools (Knowledge Coach (CCH) and Fieldguide) and cloud-based accounting software (QuickBooks).
• Passionate about the achievement of work output with integrity and excellence.
• Advanced writing skills a must, presentation skills expected.
• Must have the ability to read, interpret, and apply technical pronouncements.
• Committed to continuous training and to proactively learn new processes
• Team player. Contributes to a positive working environment by coordinating with other team members.
• Excellent English communication skills, both oral and written.
• Must be flexible to accommodate tight deadline in a high-pressure environment.
• Travel expected for training.