Tuesday, January 1, 2013

Senior - Assurance - IT Audit Ernst & Young - Jeddah- Saudi Arabia


You shall be part of a team that supports and delivers the Information Technology, Analytics and Value-Add-Service mandate of Assurance clients. As Assurance Assistant Manager, you'll make a technical contribution to audit client engagements and internal projects. Within your role, you'll actively establish, maintain and strengthen internal and external relationships, execute complex assurance procedures by making use of IT Analytics specialized software, use your in-depth understanding of financial audits in designing efficient and effective automated audit procedures, supervise junior engagement team members and help define the audit strategy by making full use of IT Analytics / Automated procedures. Working under the supervision of dedicated IT executives, you'll help execute all IT related work and present its findings to the assurance executives and, in turn, to the client.

With a clear focus on anticipating and identifying business / IT risks, you'll escalate issues as appropriate. Working closely with colleagues, you'll determine whether the work plan is properly executed, documented and concluded in compliance with our Quality & Risk Management (Q&RM) guidelines. As an influential member of the team, you'll help to create a positive learning culture, will coach and counsel junior team members and help them to develop.

Client responsibilities

â–º Support the planning, execution and delivery of IT Audits, Data Analytics and other assurance engagements

â–º Work effectively as a team member, sharing responsibility, providing support, maintaining communication and updating senior team members on progress

â–º Assist in preparing reports and schedules that will be delivered to clients and other parties

â–º Develop and maintain productive working relationships with client personnel

â–º Build strong internal relationships within Ernst & Young Assurance and across other services

People responsibilities

â–º Coach, supervise and conduct performance review and contribute to performance feedback for staff

â–º Contribute to people initiatives, including recruiting and retaining assurance professionals

â–º Maintain an educational program to continually develop personal skills of all staff â–º Understand and follow workplace policies and procedures

Desired Skills & Experience


Technical skills requirements

Should be a Chartered Accountant with 4-6 years of Audit experience coupled with IT Audits, Analytics etc

Preferred to have CISA, CISSP or other equivalent IT Certifications

Thorough knowledge of current auditing techniques

Experience of the entire audit process

Understanding of risk-based auditing and risk and control strategies

Understanding of Q&RM procedures

Compliance with and understanding of regulatory requirements

Additional skills requirements

Track record with a leading audit firm

Strong academic record including a degree

Proficiency in English, Arabic language skills are highly desirable

Who we are 

Assurance gives organizations and their investors the confidence that the results they report give a true and fair picture of their business. As an assurance professional at Ernst & Young, you'll work in a high-performing and inclusive environment that offers you great opportunities to develop an interesting and fulfilling career, wherever you are in the world. You'll work in multidisciplinary teams to handle complex issues and resolve challenges for leading companies. We'll support you in your professional development so you achieve your potential. At Ernst & Young, we know it's your point of view, energy and enthusiasm that make the difference.

Company Description

At Ernst & Young, our 167,000 professionals work together to deliver assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services. We are united by our shared values and an unwavering commitment to quality. And, we make a difference through leading practices that develop our people, help our clients and strengthen our communities.


Our collaborative culture supports the personal and professional success of each individual. Learn more about who we are, what we do and how to achieve your potential by visiting: http://www.ey.com/about

Popular Posts