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Position: Audit Manager

Job description

Manager in Assurance Division is a senior professional position involved in fieldwork of the audit team and managing the audit process. Within the team composed for a specific audit assignment, the Manager takes up the Engagement Manager position (for large scale assignments - also Team Leader), being reportable to the Engagement Partner. The Engagement Manager usually is responsible for the day-to-day management of client assignments and will assist the Engagement Partner for their service area with planning, coordination, control, and review of work.

Duties and responsibilities  

  • Assist the Engagement Partner in establishing the objectives and the overall scope of the engagement,
  • Ensure that the work is properly planned and coordinated, delegating aspects of the planning as appropriate,
  • Participate in the planning of the audit engagement,
  • Timely and accurate input of information related to the divisions’ engagements into the internal databases,
  • Ensure that the weaknesses in the internal control and accounting systems, and critical cycles are defined and communicated to the Engagement Partner,
  • Ensure that the team receives adequate on-the-job training,
  • Check that the working papers have been appropriately reviewed and that the files are complete,
  • Check that the electronic audit procedures have been properly carried out and that the files are complete,
  • Determine that all the reports be issued reflect the work performed and meet the reporting and auditing standards of the Company and the profession,
  • Inform the Engagement Partner promptly of client developments and problems requiring the engagement manager’s or partner’s action,
  • Ensure appropriate matters are brought to the Engagement Partner’s attention, including actions taken, notable information, and issues for the Engagement Partner’s decision,
  • Follow up that billings are rendered to the client on a timely basis and prompt payments are obtained,
  • Fulfill the minimum requirements for CPE, attend external and internal courses and individual study programs, and be motivated for professional improvement.
  • Provide advice and opinions as to the advisory assignments;
  • Contribute to engagement planning and ensure high quality of related deliverables for each engagement;
  • Create different analytical role models related to projects;
  • Demonstrate knowledge in specific areas of industry or functional specialty;
  • Compile reports and submit to the immediate supervisor for review and approval;
  • Communicate with Clients’ staff within the framework of advisory works to obtain necessary information within the scope of the assignment;
  • Exercise professional judgment and suggest any potential areas for expert involvement;
  • Proactively manage career by setting goals and career plans with supervisor;
  • Remain current on domestic and international regulations and guidelines as they pertain to, and affect the advisory process as well as business risks associated with the client;
  • Other duties as requested by senior staff.

Qualification and Requirements

  • University degree in Finance/Accounting or Economics;
  • At least 7 years of work experience with proven excellence in the areas of audit or accounting;
  • An audit or Accounting license is preferable;
  • ACCA membership or successful completion of most of the required exams will be a plus;
  • Excellent analytical and technical skills;
  • The ability to delegate and supervise the workflow;
  • Excellent verbal and written communication and reporting skills;
  • Focused and detailed-oriented person;
  • The excellent aptitude for teamwork;
  • Ability to preserve deadlines;
  • Professional appearance and behavior;
  • Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel;
  • Fluency in Armenian, Russian and English.

Application Procedure:

Interested candidates are encouraged to e-mail their detailed Curriculum Vitae to: career@am.gt.com . All applicants are requested to indicate in the subject line of the message the position they are applying for. Please note, that only short–listed applicants will be invited for a test/interview.

Deadline: 15 June 2022