Audit Associate – UAE Audits

Accountax Accounting & Taxation Services

Lahore , Pakistan

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PKR. 90,000 - 90,000/Month

Accountax is a well-established FTA-registered accounting, tax, and audit firm headquartered in Abu Dhabi, serving both mainland and free zone companies across the UAE. Our Lahore office plays a crucial role in supporting these operations by conducting statutory audits, preparing financial statements, and managing Corporate Tax compliance for our UAE clients. We are currently looking for a motivated Audit Associate to join our team and help deliver high-quality audit services to a diverse client base.

Key Responsibilities
- Perform audit procedures on UAE mainland and free zone companies under the supervision of the Audit Supervisor.
- Conduct detailed testing of revenue, expenses, receivables, payables, inventory, fixed assets, and bank balances.
- Execute vouching, sampling, cut-off testing, and analytical reviews to ensure accuracy and compliance with standards.
- Prepare confirmations for banks, receivables, and payables, and follow up on client responses.
- Develop lead schedules and audit working papers in line with International Standards on Auditing (ISA).
- Reconcile trial balances, general ledgers, and supporting client documentation.
- Assist in preparing IFRS financial statements, including notes and disclosures.
- Support the preparation of audited financial statements for Corporate Tax purposes.
- Identify errors and internal control weaknesses, reporting findings promptly to the Audit Supervisor.
- Communicate effectively with clients regarding document requests and audit queries.
- Maintain well-organized audit files and ensure timely completion of all engagement deadlines.

Required Qualifications
- CA or ACCA part-qualified.
- Between 0 to 2 years of external audit experience; completion or ongoing articleship with an audit firm is preferred.
- Strong understanding of double-entry accounting, basic IFRS concepts, and audit procedures.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including reconciliations, pivot tables, and lookup functions.
- Clear and effective written and spoken English communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits
- Experience or exposure to UAE audits, VAT, or Corporate Tax is highly advantageous.
- Competitive salary package.
- Practical experience with UAE statutory, free zone, and Corporate Tax audits across various industries.
- Training and supervision provided by qualified audit professionals to support your development.
- Opportunities for career progression to Senior Audit Associate and Audit Supervisor roles.
- Benefits include annual increments, performance bonuses, and paid leave.
- Working hours are Monday to Saturday, 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM PKT, aligned with UAE business hours.
- This is an in-person role based at our Lahore office.

This position offers a valuable opportunity to enhance your audit skills within a dynamic and supportive environment, working with a wide range of clients across the UAE.