External Audit Manager - Non-Financial Services

About Us

PwC Middle East is a leading professional services network with a presence in 152 countries and nearly 328,000 professionals globally. For over 40 years, we have been instrumental in the Middle East's development, collaborating with governments and businesses to create sustainable solutions. Our team of over 12,000 professionals across the region is actively shaping its future.

Line Of Service Overview

Our Middle East Assurance practice, comprising over 2,300 individuals across 12 countries, is an integral part of PwC's global network. We combine human expertise with technology-driven solutions to deliver high-quality audits and risk services, fostering confidence and driving impact within the region and society.

Business Unit Overview

Core Assurance is a fundamental part of our Assurance practice, dedicated to providing top-tier audits that build trust and ensure lasting outcomes. Our teams utilize deep technical knowledge and advanced digital tools to offer independent assurance on financial reporting. Through a human-led, tech-powered methodology, we assist clients in meeting regulatory demands, enhancing transparency, and strengthening stakeholder confidence, thereby creating significant impact across various industries and the broader community.

How You’ll Contribute

As an Audit Manager, you will oversee a significant client portfolio, managing the entire lifecycle of audit engagements. You will collaborate with a team of problem-solvers to address complex business challenges from inception to completion. Key responsibilities include:

• Proactively managing a portfolio of clients, handling day-to-day liaison and technical issue resolution.
• Engaging in business development activities to identify and explore opportunities with new and existing clients, while cultivating strong client relationships.
• Developing strategies to overcome complex technical issues and enhancing your own and your team's technical capabilities.
• Assisting in the management and delivery of large-scale projects, ensuring adherence to critical deadlines.
• Taking ownership of audit strategy design and execution, guided by the engagement leader, and advising clients on financial reporting and regulatory changes.
• Managing client relationships with senior executives, including presenting to boards of directors and audit committees.
• Ensuring strict compliance with risk, quality, and independence standards.
• Staying informed about current local and national business and economic trends.
• Mentoring, coaching, and developing team members, prioritizing their well-being.
• Promoting the adoption of digital initiatives and audit transformation technologies, as well as alternative delivery models, to align with the firm's vision and enhance audit robustness.
• Participating in the recruitment process to identify and select qualified candidates according to PwC's hiring standards.

What You’ll Bring

We are seeking ambitious individuals eager for growth and development, characterized by the following attributes:

• A degree in accounting, finance, or a related academic field.
• A minimum of 6 to 8 years of professional experience in external financial audit, preferably within a Big Four firm.
• Completion of a recognized professional qualification such as ACCA, CA, ACA, or CPA.
• Demonstrated experience in auditing a diverse range of industries.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills conducive to a team environment.
• Bilingual proficiency in Arabic and English (spoken and written) is advantageous.
• Strong project management capabilities, with experience managing audits from planning through to completion.
• Confidence in challenging oneself and others to achieve high-quality testing and documentation.
• The ability to build and maintain positive relationships at all organizational levels, both internally and externally.
• A drive for innovative thinking and the ability to support others through change and uncertainty.
• Experience fostering a collaborative team environment that encourages constructive challenge and effectively resolving team issues.
• A commitment to professional excellence in auditing, demonstrating resilience, dedication to self-improvement, and agility in the digital landscape.
• The ability to promote and encourage the appreciation of diversity within team settings.
• Familiarity with audit technologies and experience with Data Analytics tools is a plus.

How You’ll Make a Difference

At PwC Middle East, all employees are expected to embody the skills and behaviors outlined in The PwC Professional framework, contributing to our strategic objectives and developing as leaders at all levels.

Why You’ll Love Working at PwC

PwC Middle East offers more than just a job; it's an opportunity to build a fulfilling career supported by comprehensive rewards and benefits designed for your success. We provide competitive compensation, extensive benefits, and programs focused on well-being, work-life balance, and personal development. You will benefit from continuous learning opportunities, digital upskilling, and a collaborative culture that values innovation, mentorship, and diversity. Are you ready to make an impact and unlock new value with your unique perspective and talents? Significant growth opportunities await you. Learn more about the experience of working at PwC Middle East.