Experienced Associate – Audit & Assurance (External Audit)

About the role

Deloitte, a global leader in professional services, is seeking an Experienced Associate for its Audit & Assurance practice in Jordan. The role focuses on external audit engagements, supporting clients in meeting regulatory requirements and delivering high‑quality audit outcomes.

Key responsibilities

• Build trust and credibility with stakeholders by understanding their expectations and service level needs.
• Deliver high‑quality audit services while applying practical knowledge of regulation and risk management.
• Analyse key statistics and industry data for each entity before engagements begin.
• Adapt template referral instructions to clearly define audit scope and focus areas.
• Liaise with onshore and offshore Centres of Excellence, ensuring accurate and complete information exchange.
• Track deliverables from component auditors and assess their relevance.
• Link risks, controls, procedures and findings across the audit file in a timely manner.
• Articulate audit quality milestones and demonstrate how they contribute to overall audit quality.
• Challenge audit plan timings where appropriate and prepare documentation anticipating reviewer questions.
• Develop relationships beyond the finance function to gain a broader understanding of the client’s business.

Required profile

• Proven experience in external audit and assurance engagements.
• Strong understanding of regulatory impact on business processes and controls.
• Ability to interpret statistical and industry data relevant to audit planning.
• Effective communication skills for coordinating with onshore and offshore teams.
• Proactive attitude in tracking deliverables and challenging audit timelines.
• Attention to detail and ability to prepare clear, comprehensive audit documentation.
• Relationship‑building skills extending beyond the finance function.

Required skills

• Knowledge of audit standards and regulatory frameworks.
• Risk management and internal control assessment.
• Financial reporting and accounting principles.
• Audit documentation and quality review processes.
• Stakeholder management.

What we offer

• Opportunity to work for a globally recognised professional services firm.
• Award‑winning workplace culture, including Best Employer in the Middle East.
• Continuous learning and development programs.
• Inclusive and collaborative environment that values diversity.