Audit Associate / Senior Audit Associate

About the Client

Our client is a reputable professional services firm within a well-established corporate services group, providing assurance, accounting, and compliance solutions to a diverse portfolio of local and multinational corporations across Asia.

About the Role

We are seeking Audit Associates and Seniors Associate to join the Singapore team. You will be responsible for executing audit engagements from planning to completion, with excellent mentorship and career development opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Perform audit procedures during fieldwork under the guidance of senior auditors, ensuring
  compliance with applicable accounting and auditing standards (including US GAAP and local
  standards).
• Conduct analytical review procedures and substantive tests for clients across industries and
  geographies (local & international).
• Prepare audit working papers and documentation in accordance with firm policies and
  regulatory requirements; reference relevant US GAAP (ASC) guidance where applicable.
• Assist in evaluating internal controls and identifying improvement areas within clients’ financial
  reporting processes; extend control testing to non-financial/ESG data where required.
• Collaborate with engagement teams to ensure timely completion of assignments and
  deliverables.
• Participate in client discussions to understand operations and assess audit risk areas, including
  US GAAP reporting implications and ESG reporting risks.
• Maintain strong professional relationships with clients and team members for effective
  communication and service.
• Support planning and execution of audit engagements, including inventory counts and
  confirmations.
• Support ESG/sustainability engagements: assist in data mapping, evidence gathering, and testing
  of ESG metrics; familiarity with frameworks such as ISSB (IFRS S1/S2), GRI or SASB is a plus.
• Handle any other ad hoc tasks as assigned by superior.

Job Requirements

• Degree or professional accounting qualification recognised by ISCA.
• At least 1 year of experience in an audit firm.
• Knowledge of US GAAP; ability to research and apply relevant ASC topics. PCAOB
  experience/exposure is an advantage.
• Understanding of ESG/sustainability reporting (e.g., ISSB/GRI/SASB) and interest in ESG
  assurance; experience testing non-financial data controls is an advantage.
• Proficient in computer skills & MS Office; experience with audit/data tools preferred.
• Team player with strong analytical, follow-up, and time-management skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work within tight timelines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in mandarin is vital in this role to deal with mandarin speaking counterparts

Please be informed that only shortlisted candidate will be notified.

For more information, you may reach out to Jamie at her email at jamie.tan@peoplelake.asia or WhatsApp her at +6012 238 9953