Executive recruitment company Monroe Consulting Group Philippines is recruiting on behalf of a multinational staff leasing company. Our highly respected client is seeking a Audit Manager with at least 5 years' experience in Australian clients and with experience in IFRS & US GAAP. The job is based in Ortigas, Pasig City, Philippines.

Key job responsibilities include:

• Monitoring the progress of the engagements handled and timely resolution of the audit findings
• Participate in training, coaching, and other developmental opportunities for Analysts, Associates, and Processors on your team and across other teams, where necessary
• Collaborate with clients' key management in different matters involving financial reporting, accounting treatments, and approaches, tax implications, and business process improvements
• Leading meetings with the clients and teams regarding the status of the engagements and issues prior to the completion of the audits
• Reviewing documentation prepared by supervisors and associates to ensure whether there are issues and findings identified and with sufficient and appropriate audit evidence
• Responsible for the management and control of administration in relation to the client portfolio, including management budget cost and hours, billings, and collections from clients
• Liaise with Team Managers or Service Delivery Leaders on a regular basis to understand and obtain workflow and delivery timetables and client service expectations
• Consistently demonstrate teamwork dynamics by leading staff effectively, proactively providing guidance, clarification, and feedback to delivery teams, and contributing to a positive working environment by building solid relationships with superiors and subordinates alike
• Manage a team of 5-6 members.

Key job requirements include:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or any relevant course
• Must be a Certified Public Accountant
• Must have at least 5+ years audit experience post qualification
• Must Have at least 1 year experience as an Audit Manager/Assistant Manager
• Has excellent oral and verbal communication skills
• Well-rounded knowledge of accounting principles; knowledgeable in Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), International Financial Reporting Standard (IFRS), and/or Generally Accepted Accounting Principle (GAAP)
• In-depth understanding of auditing and control practices
• Experience in implementing, and assessing deficiencies of internal controls, and testing controls in accordance with AICPA standards
• Ability to utilize advanced Excel tools, including Pivot Tables, VLookup
• Organizational and leadership abilities
• Good time management and organizational skills
• Communication/people skills
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills
• Must have experience working on Australian clients