Audit Manager

The External Audit Manager is responsible for planning, managing, and overseeing external audit engagements for a portfolio of clients across various industries.

The role ensures audits are conducted in compliance with applicable auditing standards, regulatory requirements, and firm methodologies while delivering high-quality client service.

The External Audit Manager leads engagement teams, manages client relationships, identifies risks, and provides technical guidance to ensure timely and accurate audit completion.

• Lead and manage multiple external audit engagements from planning through completion.
• Develop audit strategies, engagement plans, and resource requirements.
• Ensure compliance with International Standards on Auditing (ISA), local regulations, and firm policies.
• Review audit workpapers, financial statements, and supporting documentation.
• Evaluate internal controls and identify areas of audit risk.
• Ensure audit findings and recommendations are adequately documented and communicated.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned audit clients.
• Develop and maintain strong professional relationships with client management and stakeholders.
• Understand clients' business operations, risks, and industry-specific issues.
• Present audit results and recommendations to senior management and audit committees.

• Manage, mentor, and develop audit seniors, associates, and junior team members.
• Allocate resources effectively to ensure engagement deadlines are met.
• Conduct performance reviews, coaching, and technical training sessions.
• Foster a culture of quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

• Ensure engagements comply with professional standards, ethics, and independence requirements.
• Identify significant audit issues and escalate complex matters to senior leadership.
• Monitor changes in accounting, auditing, and regulatory standards.
• Participate in quality assurance reviews and internal compliance assessments.

• Support proposal preparation and client presentations.
• Identify opportunities for additional services within existing client accounts.
• Contribute to client retention and business growth initiatives.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional certification preferred: CPA/ACCA/CA

• 10+ years of external audit experience, preferably within a Big 4 or reputable audit firm.
• Minimum 4-5 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Experience managing multiple audit engagements and leading teams.
• Big 4 experience is preferred.
• Audit experience in telecom sector is preferred.
• Qatar government experience is preferred.
• Fluent English communication, Arabic is an advantage.

• Strong knowledge of IFRS, ISA, and financial reporting standards.
• Expertise in risk assessment and internal control evaluation.
• Proficiency in audit methodologies, documentation, and quality review processes.
• Advanced knowledge of financial statement analysis.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Familiarity with audit software and ERP systems.

• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and presentation skills.
• High level of professional integrity and ethical conduct.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities.
• Client-focused mindset with strong relationship-building capabilities.

• Audit engagements completed within budget and deadlines.
• Compliance with audit quality and regulatory standards.
• Client satisfaction and retention rates.
• Team utilization and development metrics.
• Findings from internal and external quality reviews.
• Achievement of revenue and profitability targets for managed engagements.

Contract type: Fixed term contract (6 months)