Assurance Senior

Responsibilities:             

• Understand client background, sector, and regulatory environment to support the performance of relevant assurance procedures
• Understand country-specific and internationally accepted accounting principles and auditing standards, including reporting requirements
• Support executing assurance procedures under the guidance of a senior
• The document clearly and accurately the execution of assurance procedures as defined by the engagement objectives, and planned assurance approach as per the methodology prescribed by EY
• Work with a diverse set of engagement teams across sectors and geographies
• Proactively reach out to teams soliciting real-time feedback for work performed and take appropriate action
• Accurately identify problems and exceptions, and ensure that the local engagement team has been informed in a timely manner

Skills:   

• Basic accounting and auditing knowledge
• Strong communication skills
• Strong analytical skills and a critical thinking mind-set
• Attention to detail and diligence in following up
• Professionalism and confidence
• Ability to multi-task on projects and assignments
• Ability to prioritize and meet tight deadlines
• Ability to communicate at different levels within the organization
• Ability to plan ahead and anticipate potential problems before they arise
• Strong MS Office skills specifically Microsoft Excel and Word
• Ability to learn new software tools
• Knowledge of foreign languages including French, German, Spanish, Italian, or Dutch is a plus
• ACCA or CPA pursuant will have an added advantage