Assurance Assistants - Audit & Assurance - Assurance

Responsibilities

• Learn and apply Deloitte standards, procedures and methodologies on assignments;
• Ensure assigned work is completed within agreed time frames and carried out per approved methodologies and standards and within agreed budgets;
• Ensure availability of accurate and timely data on assigned tasks as required including using available knowledge sources optimally;
• Keep abreast with technical developments in the profession and the country, in order to anticipate client needs, and offer value added and practical business solutions;
• Raise issues with manager as identified in area of focus that may affect the quality of data and delivery or timelines of the engagement;
• Develop productive working relationships with client staff;
• Manage information security risk in area of client engagement in alignment with Deloitte policies;
• Maintain own development and knowledge in specialized area; and
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
• Required Qualifications
• At least a second-class upper bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, or a related field from a recognized university;
• A minimum of 16 points at A level or equivalent
• A first Grade in 'O' Level (with at least credit 3 in English and Mathematics) or equivalent;
• Attainment or pursuance of a relevant professional qualification such as Certified Public Accountants (CPA) and Association of Certified Chartered Accountants (ACCA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) is an added advantage;
• Proficiency in computer applications (Excel, Word, Power Point etc.);
• Willingness to travel (within Uganda); and
• Be a Ugandan citizen.
• Behavioural competencies
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal;
• Effective interpersonal and relationship building skills;
• Exhibit maturity and initiative with a strong sense of teamwork;
• Strong client delivery focus;
• Adaptable, managing change and ambiguity with ease; and
• Sound problem-solving ability.
• Technical Competencies
• Strong analytical skills; and
• Focus on quality and risks
• Your role as a leader
• At Deloitte we believe in the importance of leadership at all levels. We expect our people to embrace and live our purpose by challenging themselves to identify issues that are most important for our clients, our people, and for society and make an impact that matters.
• Leadership Capabilities
• Living our Purpose - Builds own understanding of our purpose and values; explores opportunities for impact.
• Influence - Actively focuses on developing effective communication and relationship-building skills.
• Performance drive - Understands expectations and demonstrates personal accountability for keeping performance on track.
• Strategic direction - Understands how their daily work contributes to the priorities of the team and the business.
• Talent development - Demonstrates strong commitment to personal learning and development; acts as a brand ambassador to help attract top talent.
• Why Deloitte?
• Deloitte opens the door to a career that can cross borders virtually and physically across the African continent and globally to gain experience and access projects beyond our borders. We value difference, and embrace people with diverse backgrounds, experiences, abilities and thinking styles.
• Our purpose
• Recruiter Tips
• We want job seekers exploring opportunities at Deloitte to feel prepared and confident. To help you with your interview, we suggest that you do research to know some background about our firm and the business area you are applying to.
• Your details will be treated with confidentiality and will not be shared with any third party.
• If you meet the above requirements, please visit our website and apply online: Deloitte East Africa Careers portal .
• To the successful candidates, the Firm will offer

Additional Information

Main purpose of the job The role provides an opportunity to work with diverse teams of people and clients where the assistants will get to experience the rich, collaborative culture of our professionals. The successful candidates will ensure that client and Firm's expectations are met by delivering high quality services and maintaining high utilization levels.

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