The Audit Staff II (Semi-Senior) primarily supports the Audit Senior (In Charge) in all phases of ongoing projects and of the engagements. Primary Duties & Responsibilities Provides input to, and works closely with, Audit In Charge in planning and scheduling work to be done on engagements, including the preparation of estimated time budgets and staffing requirements together with the Engagement Managers. To be fully prepared for discussion with Audit Senior on impact of standards (accounting and audit) effective for annual periods as applicable having impact in the financial statements and update IFRS checklist for each audit cycle To prepare samples of transactions to be vouched and traced for each cycle To provide guidance to associates on audit schedules to be prepared and audit tests to be performed To prepare and update checklists for all audit request letters sent prior to commencement of the audit assignment and confirmations received thereafter To verify information and other necessary data included in audit confirmations to audit work papers and inform Audit Senior on any discrepancies noted, any issues or observations gained during the audit field work and on any audit cycles To work closely with the Audit Senior in the preparation of analytical reviews from Trial balance and other information received from the clients prior to the planning meeting for discussions on any significant variances and design of suitable audit procedures Build and maintain effective working relationships with client personnel and meet client and firm deadlines Qualifications Certified Public Accountant At least two years of experience as an auditor in a public accounting firm, demonstrating a progression in complexity of auditing and accounting tasks Preferred Qualifications Proven ability to communicate, establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients and colleagues Strong organization and follow up skills Ability to identify, report and handle sensitive issues Reliability Ability to handle competing priorities and meet all deadlines and commitments Ability to give and follow instructions accurately and efficiently Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and other spreadsheet programs Show more Show less