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About the Role

KPMG Middle East is looking for an External Audit Supervisor to join its growing team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. As one of the largest professional services providers in the region, KPMG offers a dynamic work environment encompassing three core service areas: Audit, Tax, and Advisory. This role aims to deliver high-quality audit services within the financial services sector, focusing on preparing, presenting, and evaluating audit findings to meet the needs of stakeholders and external regulatory bodies.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive audit services, including auditing required financial statements for clients, related disclosures, and other outputs.
• Collaborate with the team to plan audit objectives and develop an audit strategy that adheres to all professional standards.
• Assess business requirements for client audits, ensuring full compliance with all relevant regulations.
• Supervise and guide junior audit team members by effectively delegating audit tasks and providing clear guidance and support.
• Prepare and write clear and concise audit reports, and effectively present findings to clients and senior management.
• Demonstrate a deep understanding of complex accounting and auditing concepts and apply them practically to diverse client situations.
• Monitor team progress against the established plan, making necessary adjustments as needed.
• Assess risks, design appropriate audit procedures, and then communicate them to the teams.
• Develop and maintain strong, productive working relationships with client personnel, assessing client satisfaction and maintaining proactive communication throughout the year.
• Perform other duties within the scope of the role as assigned by your performance manager.
• Assume all authorities delegated to you by management.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest developments and best practices in your area of expertise.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field.
• Must hold a mandatory professional accounting qualification (*, ACCA, ACA, CPA, CA, or equivalent).
• Proven experience working with a leading professional services firm, with a preference for experience within Big 4 or Big 10 accounting and consulting firms.

Required Skills

• Proficiency in audit processes and methodologies.
• Strong understanding of financial statement preparation and analysis.
• Experience with accounting and auditing concepts.
• Skills in risk assessment and mitigation strategies.
• Excellent client relationship management capabilities.

Job Details

This is a full-time position, requiring 5 to 10 years of experience. The work location is Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.