Associate - Assurance - Audit

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Associate – Assurance - Audit 

The opportunity 

As an Associate in our Audit team in Papua New Guinea, you will be given the training and opportunities to progress and become ready to build a better working world for our people, our clients and the communities that support us. You can expect leading-edge learning and development tailored to your unique interests and motivations.

Your key responsibilities 

• Effectively support audit processes with appropriate consideration of audit risk issues and accounting technical matters, including revenue, financial instruments, and income taxes.
• Engage with clients in a professional manner and provide advice throughout transactions, including identification of areas for improvement in clients’ business processes.
• Support with fieldwork, work efficiently as part of a team, and keep managers updated on audit engagements. 
• Develop your understanding of current market trends and processes. 

Skills and attributes for success

• A relevant degree. 
• Progress towards or completion of a recognised accounting qualification such as CA or CPA. 

Ideally, you’ll also have the skills and attributes below but don’t worry if you don’t tick all the boxes. We’re interested in your aptitude, attitude and willingness to learn.  

• 18 months to 2 years' experience delivering external audit and assurance engagements.
• Experience supporting the planning, execution and reporting on audits.
• A track record with developing and maintaining client relationships.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills and a collaborative approach.

What we offer you 

At EY, we’ll fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more. 

• At EY, your career is yours to shape! We’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences https://www.ey.com/en_gl/careers/personalized-career-development 
• Discover how, when and where you can work at https://www.ey.com/en_gl/careers/flexibility-mobility 
• Learn about our commitment to DE&I at https://www.ey.com/en_gl/careers/diversity-inclusiveness 

 
Inclusiveness is core to who we are and how we work together, driving value for our people and for our business. We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, cultures, sexual orientations, and gender identities and are committed to providing an equitable and barrier free recruitment experience for all. We encourage you to share any support and adjustments you need to be your best and participate equitably in our recruitment process. We understand sharing your needs with us can be daunting, so if you have questions before or during your application, we welcome you to get in touch at contactrecruitment@au.ey.com. Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential. 

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today. 

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