Audit Senior Manager - Asset & Wealth Management

Job Title:
Senior Manager - External Audit (Insurance)
Department:
Audit
Location:
London
Job Type:
Full-time
Job Summary:
As a Senior Manager, you will play a crucial role in managing & executing audit engagements for insurance companies. You will be responsible for leading audit teams, ensuring compliance with industry regulations, and providing valuable insights to clients.
Key Responsibilities:
Audit Planning & Execution:
Develop tailored audit plans for insurance clients, including risk assessments and resource allocation. Lead audit engagements from start to finish, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Client Relationship Management:
Cultivate strong client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor for insurance industry clients. Effectively communicate with clients, address concerns, and deliver audit findings.
Team Leadership:
Supervise and mentor audit teams to promote teamwork and professional growth. Review workpapers and financial statements for accuracy and compliance.
Regulatory Compliance:
Stay current on insurance sector regulations, accounting standards, and emerging trends. Ensure full compliance with regulatory requirements in insurance accounting and reporting.
Risk Assessment & Evaluation:
Identify, assess, and mitigate risks in clients' financial statements and internal controls. Develop recommendations for risk mitigation and process improvements.
Reporting & Documentation:
Prepare and review audit reports, highlighting findings and improvement recommendations. Ensure complete and accurate workpapers and documentation per audit standards.
Quality Assurance:
Implement quality control procedures to maintain audit integrity and uphold professional standards. Review and enhance audit methodology for improved efficiency and effectiveness.
Business Development:
Contribute to the audit practice's growth by identifying new client opportunities and participating in proposal development.
Qualifications:
Possession of a professional qualification such as ACCA, ACA, ICAS, CPA or an equivalent accreditation.
Proficiency in conducting systems/controls testing and auditing complex financial statements.
Project management experience involving large, intricate engagements or cross-border projects.
Excellent knowledge of UK and International GAAP, IFRS, UK GAAP, and Financial Reporting requirements.
Experience in effectively managing and developing staff, as well as demonstrating business development skills.
Desirable qualifications include sector-specific experience, working with listed audited entities, and expertise in international group auditing.
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