Senior Audit Manager - Banking & Financial Sector
Location: Luxembourg
About Company: Our client is a one of the largest Consultancy company based in Luxembourg, who is seeking an experienced and motivated External Audit Manager to join their office and contribute to their dynamic team.
Position Overview: As a Senior Audit Manager, you will play a crucial role in managing and delivering audit engagements for clients in the banking and financial sector. You will be responsible for leading audit teams, ensuring the highest standards of audit quality, and maintaining strong client relationships. This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned professional to take on a leadership role within a major consultancy firm.
Key Responsibilities:
Client Management: Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients in the banking and financial sector, understanding their business needs and providing value-added audit services.
- Audit Planning & Execution: Lead the planning, execution, and completion of audit engagements in accordance with applicable auditing standards and regulatory requirements.
- Team Leadership: Manage and mentor a team of auditors, providing guidance, training, and development opportunities to ensure high performance and professional growth.
- Risk Assessment: Identify and assess areas of significant business risk within audit engagements and ensure that audit procedures address these risks effectively.
- Quality Assurance: Ensure the quality and accuracy of audit workpapers and reports, adhering to the firm's quality control standards and industry best practices.
- Technical Expertise: Stay up-to-date with changes in accounting and auditing standards, as well as regulatory requirements specific to the banking and financial sector.
- Reporting: Prepare and review comprehensive audit reports, presenting findings and recommendations to senior management and clients.
- Business Development: Assist in business development activities, including identifying new business opportunities, preparing proposals, and participating in client pitches.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. A Master's degree or professional certifications such as CPA, ACCA, or equivalent are highly desirable.
- Experience: Minimum of 6-9 years of experience in external audit, with a focus on the banking and financial sector. Experience in a managerial role within a major consultancy or audit firm is preferred.
- Skills:
- Strong technical knowledge of auditing standards, accounting principles, and regulatory requirements in the banking and financial sector.
- Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a team.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain client relationships.
- Proficiency in audit software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Fluency in English is required; additional language skills, particularly French or German, are an asset.
What Our Client Offers:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- A collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Exposure to a diverse range of clients and challenging assignments.
- Work-life balance initiatives.
How to Apply: To apply for the Senior Audit Manager role with our client, please contact Iuliia Vagapova, Specialist Recruitment Consultant at Selby Jennings, with your CV at or on LinkedIn.
