Manager Audit Department jobs at Ey in Kazakhstan, Almaty

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in economics, Finance, Accounting, Law, Taxation, or a related field
• Advanced degrees such as MBA, Masters, LLM, or professional qualifications like CPA, ACCA, ADIT, or equivalent are advantageous
• Extensive knowledge of corporate taxes in Kazakhstan, specifically in mining and oil & gas industries. Solid industry knowledge
• Over 7 years of relevant experience in corporate taxation, preferably within a large professional services firm or similar environment
• Ability to understand and apply complex tax and industry concepts to specific client scenarios with aim to provide value and practical solutions
• Strong leadership, client centricity, organizational, project management, digital and communication skills (both verbal and written). Preferably vast business acumen of professional services firm
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Proficiency in business and tax technical writing
• Fluent in English
• Proficient in computer skills
• Willingness to travel as needed

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Delivery of technically complex and demanding consulting projects, ensuring technical excellence and high-quality client service
• Collaborate with other service lines, geographies, and diverse work groups to build advisory services, related opportunities, and long-term relationships
• Optimize efficiency of processes via usage of innovative approaches and digital solutions
• Manage client engagements, monitor progress and deliverables, implement standardized processes, resolve or escalate issues as appropriate, and drive performance-improvement solutions
• Assist partners in generating new business opportunities, building long-lasting client networks, and growing the client base in the region through marketing and business development initiatives
• Create, lead, retain and motivate high-performing teams, fostering a positive learning culture, and coaching team members to aid their development
• Manage efficiently engagement economics

Responsibilities

• Conducting risk-based internal audits across various business processes
• Performing design and operating effectiveness testing of internal controls
• Supporting clients in assessing gaps against leading frameworks (COSO, IIA etc)
• Developing recommendations to strengthen governance, risk management and control environment
• Preparing clear working papers, audit findings and client-ready reports
• Participating in walkthroughs, interviews and control validation sessions
• Assisting in the development or enhancement of risk and control matrices, policies and procedures
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams and helping guide junior staff
• Contributing to proposals, presentations and other business development activities

Requirements

• 2–4+ years of relevant experience in internal audit, internal controls or risk management
• Strong understanding of core business processes such as Procurement, HR & Payroll, Finance, Sales, Treasury etc
• Experience with walkthroughs, control testing and developing audit documentation
• Familiarity with COSO frameworks and Internal Audit Standards
• Fluent English and Russian
• University degree in finance, accounting, economics, business or related field
• CIA, ACCA or similar certifications (completed or in progress) are an advantage

Key skills and competencies

• Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail
• Ability to structure information clearly and present complex topics simply
• Solid communication skills, both written and verbal
• Confident working independently and managing several tasks at once
• Proactive attitude, readiness to learn and ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment
• Good teamwork skills and willingness to support colleagues
• Strong sense of ownership and responsibility for deliverables

Join our Audit team and you will help our clients meet their reporting requirements by providing an objective and independent examination of their financial statements, timely and constructive discussion with management on accounting and reporting matters, and a robust and clear perspective to audit committees.

When required, you'll personally execute complex audit procedures and lead teams or parts of teams on engagements, depending on the size of the engagement.

You'll actively establish, maintain and strengthen internal and external relationships and confirm that work delivered to clients is of a high quality. As part of this, you'll anticipate and identify risks and escalate issues, as appropriate. As an influential member of the team, you'll help to create a positive learning culture and will coach and counsel junior team members and help them to develop.

Your key responsibilities

Client responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of assurance engagements.
• Assist in managing the financial aspects of engagements by organizing staffing, tracking fees and communicating issues to project leaders.
• Participate in business development initiatives.
• Build strong internal relationships within EY Assurance and across other services.

People responsibilities

• Develop people through effectively supervising, coaching and mentoring staff.
• Conduct performance reviews and contribute to performance feedback for staff
• Contribute to people initiatives including recruiting, retaining and training Assurance professionals
• Contribute to the maintenance of an educational program to continually develop personal skills of staff
• Understand and follow workplace policies and procedures

Skills and attributes for success

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong drive to excel professionally, and to guide and motivate others
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills
• Dedicated, innovative, resourceful, analytical and able to work under pressure
• Foster an efficient, innovative and team-oriented work environment

To qualify for the role you must have

• Thorough knowledge of current auditing techniques
• Minimum five years relevant work experience
• Experience of the entire audit process
• ACCA certification
• Understanding of IFRS and local GAAP
• Detailed understanding of risk-based auditing and risk and control strategies
• Understanding of Quality & Risk Management (Q&RM) procedures
• Compliance with and understanding of regulatory requirements
• Strong written and verbal communication, presentation, client service and technical writing skills in English and Russian

What we look for

Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you'll be a confident leader equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization. If you're ready to take on a wide range of responsibilities, and are committed to seeking out new ways to make a difference, this role is for you.

What we offer

• Continuous learning: You'll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We'll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We'll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You'll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

Job Purpose:

• The main purpose of this job is to work with the team and the client with highest levels of quality and professionalism in line with the engagement scope to help achieve business growth by developing and maintaining strong business relationships with clients.
  

Requirements:

• Educational background in Accountant/Finance/Economics;
• ACCA/CPA certificates (completed/ in progress)
• Excellent writing skills both in Russian and English languages;
• 3-6 years of experience in auditing, accounting and reporting in accordance with IFRS,
• Big4 experience at the same area will be a plus.
  

General Responsibilities:

Development of accounting methodology (IFRS):

• preparation of accounting policy and procedures;
• development of methodology, accounting manual and instructions
• methodology of managerial accounting
• methodological support of projects on automation of accounting processes
• Development of accounting advisory reports.

As a Senior Finance Analyst, you'll utilize advanced knowledge of firm policies, systems, and processes to perform complex accounting activities and mentor less experienced staff. You'll be expected to analyze transactions and compile complex account reconciliations with a high degree of independence and autonomy. You'll play a key role as a subject-matter resource to identify risks and improve operational efficiencies with the opportunity to gain recognition as a valuable Finance team member.

Your key responsibilities

• Preparation of EY’s annual budget, forecast of the budget within the financial year
• Consolidate and analyze financial data (budgets, income statement forecasts, etc) taking into account EY’s goals and financial standing
• Performing reporting procedures in accordance with internal control requirements and international financial reporting standards
• Analyze Management accounts and prepare regular Budget vs Actual reconciliations. As per reconciliation results – prepare an explanation of differences and control proper adjustments if needed by communicating with related departments.
• Coordinate with other members of the finance team to review financial information and forecasts
• Supervision of the financial policies, accounting procedures changes/ preparations

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance
• 3-5 years of experience in auditing or finance
• Strong analytical skills, ability to work with big data
• Familiarity with tax, labor, and civil codes and current legislation
• Experience is SAP is preferred
• Proficiency in MS Office programs
• Leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and in a team, attention to detail, and accountability
• Fluency in English and Russian (both verbal and oral fluency is mandatory)
• Candidates with ACCA F3 and F7 papers are preferred.

What we offer

We offer a competitive compensation package where you will be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage and a range of programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial, and social well-being. Plus, we offer:

• Continuous learning:You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you:We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership:We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture:You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

Job purpose:

• As an Audit Staff, you will work full-time from September 2025 on various audit engagements.

Your client responsibilities:

• Working in a team, you will interact with the client in order to collect all the necessary data/information, set-up and maintain audit files, prepare leads, etc.

Your people responsibilities:

• Positive attitude and demonstrate willingness to learn;
• Work constructively with team.

Experience:

• Graduates from Finance, Accounting or Economics ;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (other language is a plus);
• Proficient Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, Power Point);
• High level of motivation and drive to start a career in professional services.

Skills:

• Self-motivated, positive attitude;
• Willingness to learn;
• Attention to detail with a commitment to high quality and accuracy;
• Desire to exceed expectations;
• Interest in the different fields of assurance;
• Ability to work full-time from September 2025;
• Readiness for business trips.

We offer you:

• Work with a bright, friendly and energetic team;
• Develop your personal and business skills by working on challenging projects with some of the most well-known companies as well as through our extensive learning and development programs;
• Receive a competitive remuneration package.