Audit Senior

Job Summary

Plan, lead, and execute statutory audit engagements for a portfolio of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in compliance with Singapore Standards on Auditing (SSA), delivering high-quality audit outcomes that support client business integrity and regulatory adherence.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit engagements by planning and executing audit procedures aligned with Singapore Standards on Auditing (SSA) to ensure compliance and risk mitigation for SME clients
• Analyze clients’ business operations to assess audit risks and design tailored audit procedures that address identified risks effectively
• Perform and critically review audit fieldwork, including tests of controls, substantive testing, and analytical procedures to validate financial accuracy
• Prepare and review audit working papers and statutory financial statements ensuring compliance with SFRS / SFRS(I) and Singapore Companies Act requirements
• Identify and communicate audit issues clearly to clients and engagement managers, facilitating timely resolution and maintaining audit quality
• Supervise, guide, and review audit associates and interns to uphold firm standards and ensure consistent audit quality across engagements
• Liaise proactively with clients to obtain necessary audit documentation, clarify audit matters, and resolve issues efficiently within engagement timelines
• Manage audit engagements to meet agreed deadlines and budgets, ensuring effective resource allocation and project delivery
• Assist managers and partners in audit finalisation, reporting, and clearance of review points to support successful completion of audit cycles
• Stay current with changes in accounting, auditing, and regulatory requirements issued by ACRA and other relevant authorities to maintain compliance and best practices
• Support ad-hoc assignments and special projects, contributing audit expertise to broader firm initiatives as required

Required competencies and certifications

• Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or a related discipline
• Minimum 2 to 4 years of relevant external audit experience in a public accounting firm
• Professional qualification such as CA (Singapore), ACCA, CPA, or equivalent, or actively pursuing such certification
• Working knowledge of Singapore Standards on Auditing (SSA) and SFRS / SFRS(I)

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Experience auditing SMEs and locally incorporated companies
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word
• Experience with audit software
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple assignments, and meet deadlines
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented, organised, and committed to delivering quality professional work