assurance - external audit - senior associate (non financial services) Jobs in Muscat

assurance - external audit - senior associate (non financial services)

internal auditor

audit associate

<div>
 Job description:
 
 
 
 About Us
 
 
 With offices in 152 countries and nearly 328,000 professionals, we are one of the world&rsquo;s leading professional services networks, helping organisations and individuals create lasting value through Assurance, Tax and Advisory services. For over 40 years, we have contributed to the Middle East&rsquo;s transformation journey, partnering with governments and businesses to deliver sustainable solutions. Today, more than 12,000 of us across Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the UAE are shaping the region&rsquo;s future. &nbsp;
 
 
 Line of Service Overview
 
 
 Our Middle East Assurance practice includes over 2,300 people based in 12 countries across the region and is part of PwC&rsquo;s global network that is&nbsp;operating&nbsp;worldwide. PwC Middle East&rsquo;s Assurance practice combines the right mix of human-led and tech powered solutions to provide our clients with quality audits and other risk services that create confidence and impact in our region and across society.&nbsp;
 
 
 Business Unit Overview
 
 
 Core Assurance is a cornerstone of our Assurance practice, focused on delivering high-quality audits that build trust and drive sustained outcomes.&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
 
 Our teams apply deep technical expertise and leverage advanced digital tools to provide independent assurance over financial reporting. Through a human-led, tech-powered approach, we help clients meet regulatory requirements, enhance transparency, and strengthen stakeholder confidence, creating impact across industries and society.&nbsp;
 
 
 How You&rsquo;ll Contribute
 
 
 As an External Audit Senior Associate, you&rsquo;ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Using your analytical skills to analyse the client's financial statements and ensure they adhere to financial regulations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Examining financial and accounting records, other documents, and tangible items such as inventory, or plant and equipment.
 </li>
 <li>
 Asking a range of questions &ndash; from formal written questions to informal oral questions &ndash; to a range of individuals at our client organisations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Testing the client organisation's internal controls and processes.
 </li>
 <li>
 Building trust and credibility with the clients by understanding their expectations and delivering high quality services.
 </li>
 <li>
 Taking accountability for researching and understanding key facts on the client&rsquo;s industry information before the engagement begins.
 </li>
 <li>
 Communicating with the Manager and/ or Partner in a timely manner with respect to engagement progress &ndash; risks, issues, variances from plan in terms of time, budget, etc.
 </li>
 <li>
 Taking full ownership of external file completion.
 </li>
 <li>
 Analysing engagement economics of self and field staff and explaining variances from the budgets.
 </li>
 <li>
 Reviewing the work of the associate levels and providing them on-job training,&nbsp;coaching and timely constructive feedback to help them grow in their career.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensuring you are adhering to compliance with the risk, quality and independence matters.
 </li>
 <li>
 Having an understanding in business development activities to help identify and research opportunities on new/existing clients along with building and maintaining strong relationships with clients.
 </li>
 <li>
 Engaging and dealing effectively with diverse teams from the planning through the completion phase of the audit as well as closely following up on the progress of the requested tasks to ensure meeting the timeline and the firm&rsquo;s internal KPI&rsquo;s.
 </li>
 <li>
 Taking part in the digital initiatives and upskilling areas which aligns most with your team&rsquo;s business needs.
 </li>
 <li>
 Performing other procedures as necessary to support issuance of the assurance deliverables.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 What You&rsquo;ll Bring
 
 
 You are ambitious and you utilise opportunities to grow and develop. In addition, you recognise yourself in the following characteristics:
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 A degree in accounting, finance&nbsp;or any other related academic major.
 </li>
 <li>
 Completed or pursuing a professional qualification, such as ACCA, CA, ACA, CPA (preferably).
 </li>
 <li>
 Progressive experience at the Senior Associate level working with a range of external audit clients in a Big 4 professional services firm.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience in auditing diverse range of industries.
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills that allow you to thrive in a team environment.
 </li>
 <li>
 Bilingual proficiency in Arabic and English (oral and written) is a plus.
 </li>
 <li>
 Business development and client relationship building skills.
 </li>
 <li>
 Willingness to challenge the &lsquo;norms&rsquo; and&nbsp; to create a cohesive and effective working team.
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent project management skills.
 </li>
 <li>
 Knowledge in any Audit technologies, and experience using Data Analytics tools is a plus.
 </li>
 <li>
 Commitment to valuing differences and working alongside diverse people and perspectives.
 </li>
 <li>
 Thorough technical skills and experience regarding applicable accounting reporting and auditing standards, with demonstrated exceptional performance.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience in the design of engagement procedures based on risk and materiality.
 </li>
 <li>
 Previous experience in coaching and leading engagement teams.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong technical knowledge and having the ability to research issues, present alternatives and conclusions to client/Manager.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Profile description:
 
 
 
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</div>

Assurance - External Audit - Senior Associate (Non Financial Services)

PwC Middle East

<div>
 
 About Us
 
 
 
 With offices in 152 countries and nearly 328,000 professionals, we are one of the world&rsquo;s leading professional services networks, helping organisations and individuals create lasting value through Assurance, Tax and Advisory services. For over 40 years, we have contributed to the Middle East&rsquo;s transformation journey, partnering with governments and businesses to deliver sustainable solutions. Today, more than 12,000 of us across Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the UAE are shaping the region&rsquo;s future.
 
 
 
 Line Of Service Overview
 
 
 
 Our Middle East Assurance practice includes over 2,300 people based in 12 countries across the region and is part of PwC&rsquo;s global network that is operating worldwide. PwC Middle East&rsquo;s Assurance practice combines the right mix of human-led and tech powered solutions to provide our clients with quality audits and other risk services that create confidence and impact in our region and across society.
 
 
 
 Business Unit Overview
 
 
 
 Core Assurance is a cornerstone of our Assurance practice, focused on delivering high-quality audits that build trust and drive sustained outcomes.
 
 
 Our teams apply deep technical expertise and leverage advanced digital tools to provide independent assurance over financial reporting. Through a human-led, tech-powered approach, we help clients meet regulatory requirements, enhance transparency, and strengthen stakeholder confidence, creating impact across industries and society.
 
 
 
 How You&rsquo;ll Contribute
 
 
 
 As an External Audit Senior Associate, you&rsquo;ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Using your analytical skills to analyse the client's financial statements and ensure they adhere to financial regulations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Examining financial and accounting records, other documents, and tangible items such as inventory, or plant and equipment.
 </li>
 <li>
 Asking a range of questions &ndash; from formal written questions to informal oral questions &ndash; to a range of individuals at our client organisations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Testing the client organisation's internal controls and processes.
 </li>
 <li>
 Building trust and credibility with the clients by understanding their expectations and delivering high quality services.
 </li>
 <li>
 Taking accountability for researching and understanding key facts on the client&rsquo;s industry information before the engagement begins.
 </li>
 <li>
 Communicating with the Manager and/ or Partner in a timely manner with respect to engagement progress &ndash; risks, issues, variances from plan in terms of time, budget, etc.
 </li>
 <li>
 Taking full ownership of external file completion.
 </li>
 <li>
 Analysing engagement economics of self and field staff and explaining variances from the budgets.
 </li>
 <li>
 Reviewing the work of the associate levels and providing them on-job training , coaching and timely constructive feedback to help them grow in their career.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensuring you are adhering to compliance with the risk, quality and independence matters.
 </li>
 <li>
 Having an understanding in business development activities to help identify and research opportunities on new/existing clients along with building and maintaining strong relationships with clients.
 </li>
 <li>
 Engaging and dealing effectively with diverse teams from the planning through the completion phase of the audit as well as closely following up on the progress of the requested tasks to ensure meeting the timeline and the firm&rsquo;s internal KPI&rsquo;s.
 </li>
 <li>
 Taking part in the digital initiatives and upskilling areas which aligns most with your team&rsquo;s business needs.
 </li>
 <li>
 Performing other procedures as necessary to support issuance of the assurance deliverables.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 What You&rsquo;ll Bring
 
 
 
 You are ambitious and you utilise opportunities to grow and develop. In addition, you recognise yourself in the following characteristics:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 A degree in accounting, finance or any other related academic major.
 </li>
 <li>
 C ompleted or pursuing a professional qualification, such as ACCA, CA, ACA, CPA (preferably).
 </li>
 <li>
 Progressive experience at the Senior Associate level working with a range of external audit clients in a Big 4 professional services firm.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience in auditing diverse range of industries.
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills that allow you to thrive in a team environment.
 </li>
 <li>
 Bilingual proficiency in Arabic and English (oral and written) is a plus.
 </li>
 <li>
 Business development and client relationship building skills.
 </li>
 <li>
 Willingness to challenge the &lsquo;norms&rsquo; and to create a cohesive and effective working team.
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent project management skills.
 </li>
 <li>
 Knowledge in any Audit technologies, and experience using Data Analytics tools is a plus.
 </li>
 <li>
 Commitment to valuing differences and working alongside diverse people and perspectives.
 </li>
 <li>
 Thorough technical skills and experience regarding applicable accounting reporting and auditing standards, with demonstrated exceptional performance.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience in the design of engagement procedures based on risk and materiality.
 </li>
 <li>
 Previous experience in coaching and leading engagement teams.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong technical knowledge and having the ability to research issues, present alternatives and conclusions to client/Manager.
 </li>
 </ul>
</div>

ACCA Careers

<div>
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
 
 Major duties and responsibilities
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Overall responsible for the audit as an in charge for medium and small clients. In case of large clients, act as semi senior.
 </li>
 <li>
 Mentoring of Assistant, Associate, trainees &amp; assist them with the office orientation
 </li>
 <li>
 Involved in planning and strategy of the audit
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitoring budgets of the engagements
 </li>
 <li>
 Reporting including annual financial statements, managements letters, key features memoranda, etc.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensuring that all review notes are cleared
 </li>
 <li>
 Analytical review of full financial statements
 </li>
 <li>
 Consolidations (specific high risk areas)
 </li>
 <li>
 Follow through to finalization
 </li>
 <li>
 Audit administration
 </li>
 <li>
 Client relations &ndash; interaction with client staff
 </li>
 <li>
 Preparation and updating of system documentation
 </li>
 <li>
 Preparation / completion of general file documents
 </li>
 <li>
 Analytical Review (AR) of financial statements
 </li>
 <li>
 Specifically focused on audit of key financial statement captions e.g.
 </li>
 <ul>
 <li>
 Accounts payable (AP)
 </li>
 <li>
 Accounts receivable, excluding the evaluation of the provision for doubtful debts
 </li>
 <li>
 Fixed assets, excluding the assessment of capital work in progress and fixed policies when these audits are complex and more risky
 </li>
 <li>
 Inventory, including the evaluation of the obsolescence provision
 </li>
 <li>
 Investments, excluding complex financial instruments
 </li>
 </ul>
 <li>
 Coaching, review and delegation of work performed by team members &amp; ensure that the engagement reviews are completed within the given time
 </li>
 <li>
 Updating of system documentation
 </li>
 <li>
 Clearing review notes raised by the job in charge and mangers. Prior to management review conduct a thorough check on the working papers
 </li>
 <li>
 Develop industry knowledge to complement functional skills
 </li>
 <li>
 Compliance testing, including system work through
 </li>
 <li>
 The audit of the client&rsquo;s statutory records, internal controls and consolidated accounts
 </li>
 <li>
 Attending stock counts and the follow up of the counts
 </li>
 <li>
 Participates in the pre engagement planning, with team members and client staff when needed. Discuss client&rsquo;s need/expectations, team roles, budgets and other things necessary to carry out the engagement.
 </li>
 <li>
 Understand the clients business, products, performance and accounting policies.
 </li>
 <li>
 Adhere to the KPMG code of conduct and all KPMG risk management policies and procedures
 </li>
 <li>
 Perform effective wrap-up of engagement, assisting manager/partner after leaving the field, clearing all review notes, assisting manager with report issuance/concurring review process, placing files to disks/network and complying with document retention policy, binding and filing work papers in the office.
 </li>
 <li>
 PROFILE
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Education Requirements
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor in Commerce or Completed A levels or equivalent
 </li>
 <li>
 ACCA - Should have completed a minimum of 9 papers (F1-F9)
 </li>
 <li>
 CPA &ndash; Complete 2 papers
 </li>
 <li>
 ICAEW &ndash; Complete Professional Stage
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Work Experience Requirements
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 2yrs &ndash; 3yrs and above post graduate experience
 </li>
 <li>
 Knowledge in accounting concepts
 </li>
 <li>
 Computer Literacy
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Knowledge / Technical Skills
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Strong analytical skills.
 </li>
 <li>
 Customer Focus
 </li>
 <li>
 Mentors new team members
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Linguistic Skills
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Good communication skills in English (Reading, writing and speaking)
 </li>
 <li>
 Arabic would be an advantage
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Language Skills
 
 
 
 
 Language &ndash; Speaking &ndash; Reading &ndash; Writing - Listening
 
 
 
 English &ndash; Fluent &ndash; Fluent &ndash; Fluent - Fluent
 
 
 Arabic &ndash; Fluent &ndash; Fluent &ndash; Fluent - Fluent
 
 
 
 Interpersonal Skills
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Proactive and independent person, with ability to initiate tasks independently
 </li>
 <li>
 Researching skills- Identifies, documents and shares knowledge that might be useful to others
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent analytical skills- Identifies ways to analyze information quickly and efficiently
 </li>
 <li>
 Proficient problem solver- Suggests innovative and creative solutions to problems
 </li>
 <li>
 Effective communicator
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Additional Remarks
 
 
 
 Please keep in mind that duties and responsibilities associated with a particular role may change from time to time, and that individual situations and one&acute;s specific role or job description may vary from the information contained in these job descriptions.
 
 
 For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the &ldquo;Apply&rdquo; button below.
</div>

Senior-Audit- FY'24 (Oman)

Bank Muscat

<div>
 
 
 Job Summary:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 The Lead &ndash; ERP Systems will be responsible for managing the support and development of the organization&rsquo;s ERP platforms, ensuring seamless operations, continuous improvements, and alignment with business objectives. This role requires hands-on leadership, strategic planning, and effective stakeholder engagement to drive system enhancements, performance, and user satisfaction
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Lead and manage a team of ERP functional and technical resources responsible for application support, enhancements, and custom development.
 </li>
 <li>
 Serve as the primary point of contact for ERP-related matters across Finance, HR, Procurement, and other departments.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure high availability and performance of the ERP system through proactive monitoring, issue resolution, and capacity planning.
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage incident, change, and release processes in line with ITIL best practices.
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand requirements, prioritize backlogs, and implement scalable solutions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Oversee end-to-end development lifecycle&mdash;from requirements gathering to deployment&mdash;for new features, integrations, and reports.
 </li>
 <li>
 Conduct regular system reviews, identify areas for improvement, and drive automation or optimization initiatives.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure compliance with internal controls, audit, and regulatory requirements.
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage third-party vendors, contracts, and SLAs associated with ERP platforms and services.
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide regular status updates, KPIs, and risk assessments to senior management
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Required skills and Qualifications:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 bachelor's degree in information technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. +10 years of experience in Oracle ERP systems management.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong knowledge of Oracle ERP platforms and their functional modules (Finance, HR, Procurement, etc.).
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience in managing both support and development teams across multi-module ERP environments. Confidential This Document is classified as Confidential
 </li>
 <li>
 Hands-on experience in integration projects, customizations, and report/dashboard development.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong understanding of ITIL processes and ERP governance frameworks.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Preferred Certifications:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Oracle PL/SQL Developer Certified Associate
 </li>
 <li>
 Oracle E-Business Suite R12: Technical Foundation
 </li>
 <li>
 Oracle SQL certification
 </li>
 <li>
 Oracle Fusion cloud Applications Certification
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
</div>

Oracle ERP Systems Lead

Deloitte

<div><div><div>Location
</div>Muscat
</div><div><div><div>Audit &amp; Assurance | Assistant Manager
About Deloitte: When you work for us, you commit to a career at one of the largest and most prestigious professional services firms in the world. We have received numerous awards over the last few years, including Best Employer in the Middle East, and Best Consulting Firm, and the Middle East Training &amp; Development Excellence Award.
Our Purpose
Deloitte makes an impact that matters. Every day we challenge ourselves to do what matters most&mdash;for clients, for our people, and for society. We serve clients distinctively, bringing innovative insights, solving complex challenges and unlocking sustainable growth. We inspire our talented professionals to deliver outstanding value to clients, providing an exceptional career experience and an inclusive and collaborative culture. We contribute to society, building confidence and trust in the markets, upholding the integrity of organizations and supporting our communities.
Our shared values guide the way we behave to make a positive, enduring impact:<ul><li>Lead the way</li><li>Serve with integrity</li><li>Take care of each other</li><li>Foster inclusion</li></ul>
Audit &amp; Assurance | Assistant Manager
During your tenure as an Assistant Manager in Audit &amp; Assurance, you will demonstrate and develop your capabilities in the following areas:<ul><li>
Takes responsibility for understanding key statistics and industry matters about entity before engagement begins, for example, by asking other team members and reading the prior year financial statements (including the enhanced audit report) or audit documentation.</li><li>
Understands allocation of responsibilities between the engagement team and experts or specialists, including timescales and how the work of experts and specialists will contribute to the objectives of the audit.</li><li>
Takes responsibility for understanding key statistics and industry matters about entity before engagement begins, for example, by asking other team members and reading the prior year financial statements (including the enhanced audit report) or audit documentation.</li><li>
Understands allocation of responsibilities between the engagement team and experts or specialists, including timescales and how the work of experts and specialists will contribute to the objectives of the audit.</li><li>
Coordinates with management and expert/specialists for the key engagement or project deliverables and due dates. Track&rsquo;s findings of work performed and follows up the impact of work to be performed by other members of the engagement team.</li><li>
Applies guidance material in relevant guides, practice aids, and tools so that an appropriate level of professional skepticism is reflected in procedures performed, evidence obtained, and conclusions reached.</li><li>
Signs off appropriately on work performed and reviewed. Takes responsibility for meaningful completion of all necessary checklists, procedures and tailoring and concluding questions prior to signing-off. Proactively checks whether others have signed off appropriately and follows up where necessary.</li><li>
Contributes to the development of a comprehensive project plan, using prior year knowledge to help identify audit priorities that can be performed earlier in the audit cycle. Seeks awareness of contingency plans if the entity's management team fails to meet their deadlines.</li><li>
Prepares and reviews documentation by anticipating questions that reviewers may ask, including not just the conclusion but the relevant facts, analysis, reference to authoritative literature and professional judgements made in reaching it.</li><li>
Encourages wider team adopt an attitude of professional skepticism, to have a questioning mind-set and to further investigate as and when appropriate. Is able to identify the key questions to be answered.</li><li>
Document&rsquo;s objectivity, independence, and continuance decisions, checking that sufficient enquiries have been made and that all information has been captured.</li><li>
Checks that staff on the engagement have adequate technical knowledge, including industry knowledge, for the areas in which they are working. Provides briefings as required.</li></ul>
Leadership Capabilities:<ul><li>
Builds own understanding of our purpose and values; explores opportunities for impact.</li><li>
Demonstrates strong commitment to personal learning and development; acts as a brand ambassador to help attract top talent.</li><li>
Understands expectations and demonstrates personal accountability for keeping performance on track.</li><li>
Actively focuses on developing effective communication and relationship-building skills.</li><li>
Understands how their daily work contributes to the priorities of the team and the business.</li></ul>
Qualifications:<ul><li>
6+ years of experience in auditing, with leading professional services firms or large multinational organizations and systems.</li><li>
Degree in Business, Accounting, or related field.</li><li>
Successful record of engagement management</li><li>
Fluent in English (Reading, Speaking and Writing). Arabic is a plus.</li><li>
CPA, CA, or equivalent.</li></ul> 
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Oracle ERP Systems Lead

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