Senior Manager - Investment Lifecycle Auditor

Role Overview :

We have a challenging opportunity opened for the role of Senior Manager in our Audit & Advisory practice (Investment Lifecycle Auditor)

The Senior Manager role in Investment Audit expert requires multi-dimensional capabilities. They are responsible for growing existing accounts, risk-based audit planning, project execution and reporting. The candidate should be a self-starter and should have the drive to grow the business and enhance the service offerings.

Senior Managers develop a deep understanding of client's business and build lasting relationships with client personnel. They ensure successful completion of assigned audit engagements, from start to finish, inclusive of preplanning and wrap up activities. Depending on assigned engagement, reports to one or more member(s) of the senior management team. Manages and directs daily activities of more junior auditors assigned to assist the Supervising Auditor during an engagement. Applies risk and control concepts to scenarios encountered and identifies any potential issues.

Communicates identified issues with senior management to ensure any potential concerns are addressed in a timely and effective manner. He also has a significant role in business development. This entails generation of new leads, effective networking, conceptualizing new solutions and such other tasks.

Role Requirements

Sr. Managers collaborate with clients to assess their current Investment practices and develop strategies for improvement.

Investment Audit Audit of Investment Accounts (Mutual Funds / Fixed Income / Equities etc)

Investment Screening Perform Investment Screening to assess FDI's and determine if they are permitted in a portfolio including ESG factors.

Due Diligence Help investors and companies make informed decisions about a potential deal or investment by reviewing financial records, evaluating assets and liabilities, and assessing operational bottlenecks.

Deal Execution Completing an investment transaction, from the initial idea to the final signing and exchange of funds. Ensures that the deal is completed on time, on budget, and with high quality

Deal Exit Create Exit strategy and plan to liquidate a financial asset or dispose of business assets. Help limit losses from a non-performing asset and ensure that an investment or business venture has met its profit objective.

Assets Scorecard Review Reviewing assets scorecard to evaluate investment opportunities for investors including risk assessment, benchmarking and escalation matrix.

IPO Readiness Assessing and identify the gaps that need to be addressed before the IPO. Preparing client's business to go public and the scrutiny it will face from potential investors and regulators.

Provide guidance and support in incident management processes, including incident identification, investigation, and resolution.

Conduct Investment assessments and audits to evaluate the effectiveness of existing controls and processes.

Develop and deliver training programs on the topic of Investment Lifecycle Audit to client stakeholders.

Ensure adequate focus on personal professional growth relevant to taking on more challenging assignments, in line with standard audit career progression proactively seeks relevant Education and training opportunities

Stay updated on industry trends, emerging risks, and regulatory changes related to Investment Audit

Assist in preparing client presentations, and proposals (for different target audiences CXOs, Board of Directors, Audit Committees) Manage performance of audit procedures. This includes identifying and defining issues, developing criteria, reviewing and analysing evidence, and documenting client processes and procedures. Demonstrate technical competence in related domain.

Business development and growth of the practice in terms of revenue, team and profitability.

Desired Profile & Required Qualifications

One or more relevant professional degree / certifications i.e. MBA, CIA, CISA, CISSP etc.

Prior Audit/Consulting experience with Top tier audit or Strategy firms having projects with any of the sectors like Retail, Trading, Contracting, Automotive, FMCG, Production etc.

Overall, 7-10 years of relevant full time work experience preferably from consulting

Fluent English (reading, speaking, and writing).

Core Skills Required

Deal Pipeline Management

Investment thesis, that includes screening against criteria and strategy, and preliminary deal terms and returns analysis.

Business Partner due diligence,

Financial due diligence,

Commercial due diligence

Monetization strategy

Monetization planning including option analysis.

Monetization valuation

Fund Governance

Investment Strategy

Ability to observe and understand business processes ensuring processes are documented completely and accurately

Ability to apply audit standards through practical application

Proactive in researching business best practice concepts in order to apply as appropriate

Solid listening skills and ability to identify gaps in logic inquisitive

Strong organization and follow up skills including the ability to handle competing priorities and meet all deadlines and commitments

Reliability

Possess an appropriate combination of technical expertise in fields such as auditing, finance, technology, operations, or investigations

Ability to flourish in a fast-paced, complex environment and willing to adapt to change

Demonstrated ability to lead a small team and ensure successful results

Ability to give and follow instructions accurately and efficiently; proactive in asking clarifying questions to ensure work effort is directed wholly toward desired outcome

Ability to recognize when learned theoretical concepts should be applied

Solid understanding and ability to apply risk and control concepts

Ability to identify underlying cause of an issue raised

Good awareness of other departments in the company with risk, control, and governance responsibilities and what is necessary for successful tactical collaboration and information sharing

Good communication skills along with good or developing negotiation skills

Ability to identify sensitive issues and facilitate communications in a proactive manner to avoid surprises

Willingness and ability to adapt to new circumstances, information, and challenges

Executes effective and thorough application of all internal audit standards within assigned responsibility

Demonstrate a positive, can-do attitude

Location Abu Dhabi, UAE