Manager - Audit & Assurance
As a Manager - Audit & Assurance at Alkazim, you will independently manage a portfolio of audit and assurance engagements while leading and developing the audit team. You will be responsible for planning, executing and completing assignments across a range of industries, ensuring quality delivery, regulatory compliance and strong client relationships.
This role is designed to take ownership of day‑to‑day engagement management, allowing Partners to focus on strategic oversight and final sign‑off. It is suited to a commercially minded audit professional who thrives in a growing SME firm environment and is seeking a clear path toward Director and Partner.
Key Responsibilities- Independently manage a portfolio of audit and assurance clients
- Plan and execute statutory audits
- Review working papers and ensure audit files are complete prior to Partner review
- Identify engagement risks and ensure appropriate audit procedures are performed
- Manage timelines, budgets and resource allocation across multiple assignments
- Supervise and mentor audit associates and seniors
- Act as primary point of contact for clients and manage expectations
- Resolve routine technical matters and elevate complex issues where required
- Identify opportunities for upselling and contribute to business development initiatives
- Ensure compliance with International Standards on Auditing and UAE regulatory requirements
- Support continuous improvement of audit methodology and internal processes
- ACCA qualified or equivalent professional qualification
- Minimum 5–7 years of audit experience
- Proven experience managing audit engagements independently
- Strong knowledge of IFRS and International Standards on Auditing
- Experience with UAE mainland and free zone audits
- Prior exposure to escrow, service charge or similar assurance assignments preferred
- Demonstrated ability to lead and develop junior team members
- Commercial mindset with strong client management skills
- Ability to manage multiple engagements in a fast‑paced environment
- Leadership role within a growing Audit & Assurance practice
- Direct exposure to Partners and strategic decision‑making
- Clear progression path toward Director and Partner
- Exposure to diverse industries and complex assignments
- Supportive and performance‑driven work environment
- Competitive salary and benefits package
If you are an experienced audit professional currently based in Dubai and ready to take ownership of engagements, lead teams and contribute to the growth of a dynamic firm, we would be pleased to hear from you.
Join a firm where your technical expertise, leadership and commercial awareness will directly shape the future of the Audit & Assurance division.
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