Assistant Manager – Audit
N R Doshi and Partners
Description
- Dubai, UAE
- Full-Time
- On-Site About N. R. Doshi & Partners
N. R. Doshi & Partners is a leading UAE-based public accounting and advisory firm with over 40 years of legacy. As a member of DFK International (London), we serve a diverse portfolio of clients through our 7 offices across the UAE with a team of 77+ professionals. Our service suite includes Audit, Tax, Advisory, Business Setup, and Outsourcing, with consistent recognition among the top firms in the region.
The Role – 8 Assistant Manager – Audit
OPEN 2 Position – JAS/SPM
We are seeking a highly capable Assistant Manager to support the delivery of high-impact statutory audits while managing client engagements, supervising audit teams, and ensuring technical compliance with IFRS, ISA, VAT, and Corporate Tax regulations. The role requires strong leadership, technical depth, and the ability to deliver quality outcomes within deadlines while fostering strong client relationships.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan audit strategies, risk assessments, and engagement timelines.
- Allocate and supervise staff, providing on-field guidance and coaching.
- Conduct detailed analytical reviews, verify testing sufficiency, and ensure high-quality documentation.
- Lead audits independently for medium to large entities.
- Review financial statements and complex accounting judgments in line with IFRS.
- Act as primary client contact for audit matters, closing meetings, and issue resolution.
- Identify gaps in existing audit methodologies and improve processes through research and analytical insights.
- Drive digital adoption and use of audit technology to improve efficiency and quality. Soft Skills
- Communicates expectations clearly and professionally.
- Delegates effectively while fostering team cohesion and learning.
- Demonstrates structured and logical reasoning when explaining complex matters.
- Provides timely feedback and handles sensitive discussions with maturity.
- Builds trust through fairness, responsibility, and client focus.
- Maintains a positive, collaborative and professional work environment. Technical Tools & Other Systems
- Tally – Bookkeeping, ledgers, GST/VAT compliance
- Microsoft Dynamics / Navision – Reports, reconciliations, audit support
- Zoho Books – Invoicing, accounting, audit documentation
- Microsoft Office 365, Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, formulas, basic macros)
- Power BI (optional) – basic dashboards and audit summaries
- Adobe Acrobat for editing, merging and digital documentation
- Digital workflow and e-signature tools What We’re Looking For
- Qualified Chartered Accountant (ICAI, ACCA, CPA, ICAEW or equivalent)
- 5–6 years of post-qualification audit experience, preferably in a professional services firm.
- Strong technical knowledge in statutory audit, IFRS, ISA, VAT, and Corporate Tax.
- Proven experience managing teams and multiple audit engagements simultaneously.
- Excellent communication and client management skills.
- Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and audit preparation platforms. Open to candidates of all nationalities. What We Offer
- Competitive Salary (based on experience and profile)
- Group Health Insurance
- UAE Employment Visa & Benefits
- Continuous Learning & Professional Development
- Growth-oriented, collaborative work environment
- Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and audit preparation platforms. Open to candidates of all nationalities. Interested candidates may apply directly or share their CV at: hrd@nrdoshi.ae