Audit Manager

About the Role

Join EY's External Audit team based in Kingston, Jamaica, where you will play a critical role in helping clients meet their financial reporting requirements by conducting independent audits of financial statements. You will engage in detailed audits, provide insights on accounting and reporting issues, and work closely with audit committees to ensure transparency and compliance.

EY offers a technology-driven and innovative environment with opportunities to work on diverse audit engagements throughout the Caribbean. This role allows you to grow professionally in a supportive team, leveraging digital advancements to enhance service quality and business value.

Primary Responsibilities

• Execute audit procedures, focusing on complex and specialized areas within client engagements.
• Contribute to defining engagement goals and audit strategies aligned with professional standards and risk management.
• Develop an understanding of client industries, identifying business trends and key performance metrics while nurturing productive management relationships.
• Identify and implement opportunities to streamline and improve Assurance processes across various clients.
• Oversee audit team progress, adapting plans to meet targets and ensure timely delivery.
• Lead and manage teams of Senior auditors and Associates, ensuring high-quality work is produced on schedule and within budget following EY methodologies.
• Provide constructive performance reviews, ongoing feedback, and professional development coaching for team members.
• Utilize technology to facilitate continuous learning, knowledge sharing, and optimized service delivery.
• Identify potential new business prospects and role model EY’s values to foster a positive work culture.
• Stay updated on economic developments impacting clients and cultivate long-term professional networks internally and externally.

Candidate Skills and Attributes

• Strong project management capabilities.
• Ability to quickly establish effective working relationships and collaborate within teams.
• Commitment to ethical standards, teamwork, and leadership within a professional setting.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including risk management, facilitation, and presentation abilities.
• Leadership acumen including coaching, mentoring, and supervisory expertise.
• Ability to promote a positive work environment aligned with EY’s culture and values.

Qualifications and Experience

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (ACCA or CPA) with approximately 5 to 6 years of relevant experience.
• Exposure as a senior auditor at a public accounting firm or specialized industry experience is advantageous.
• Proficiency with International accounting and auditing standards such as IFRS or UK GAAP.

Additional Information

EY is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible hiring process. Candidates requiring disability-related accommodations during recruitment are encouraged to communicate their needs promptly.

EY operates globally, offering a diverse and empowering environment focused on career advancement through future-ready skills and inclusive work culture.