Supervisor/ Senior Supervisor External Auditor (Arabic Speaker)📣 Job Ad

About the Role

KPMG Middle East is seeking a Supervisor/Senior Supervisor External Auditor, fluent in Arabic and English, to join their team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. As a prominent professional services provider in the region, KPMG offers a wide array of audit, tax, and advisory services. The firm is focused on growth and aims to be a transformed organization trusted by its stakeholders. This role is crucial for delivering high-quality audit engagement services within the financial services sector, encompassing the preparation, execution, reporting, and evaluation of audit findings to meet the needs of stakeholders and external regulators.

This position offers an opportunity for experienced professionals to contribute significantly by addressing complex accounting and auditing challenges. The role operates within a supportive environment that emphasizes personal and professional development and promotes work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive audit services, including the auditing of clients' required financial statements, related disclosures, and other client deliverables.
• Collaborate with engagement teams to plan audit objectives and develop an audit strategy that complies with all professional standards.
• Evaluate the work requirements for client audits, ensuring full consideration of all relevant regulations.
• Supervise and develop junior engagement team members by delegating audit tasks and providing guidance and mentorship.
• Author clear audit reports and present findings and recommendations to clients and upper management.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of complex accounting and auditing concepts and apply them to diverse client situations.
• Monitor the progress of the engagement team against the established plan, making necessary adjustments.
• Assess risks associated with client engagements and design and communicate appropriate audit procedures to engagement teams.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with audit client personnel, assessing client satisfaction and maintaining contact.
• Perform other duties within the scope of the role as assigned by your Performance Manager.
• Assume all authorities assigned by management.
• Stay updated with the latest developments and best practices in the area of expertise.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field is required.
• Possession of a professional accounting qualification is essential (*, ACCA, ACA, CPA, CA, or equivalent).
• Fluency in both Arabic and English is a mandatory requirement for this role.
• Proven experience working with a leading professional services firm, with a preference for candidates from Big 4 or Big 10 accounting and advisory firms.
• A minimum of 5 to 10 years of relevant experience in external audit is required.

Required Skills

• Proficiency in Audit and Auditing Concepts.
• Strong understanding of Financial Statements and Accounting principles.
• Expertise in Risk Assessment and mitigation strategies.
• Excellent Client Relationship Management skills.
• Demonstrated Leadership and Delegation capabilities.
• Effective Communication skills.

Work Environment and Location

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role is with KPMG Middle East Careers.