Zaid Issa
Senior Associate Auditor
Dubai
Summary
Detail-oriented and results-driven external auditor with 7 years of experience in providing meticulous financial analysis and assurance services to clients across diverse industries. Proficient in conducting risk assessments, evaluating internal controls, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Senior Audit Assistant
PricewaterhouseCoopers
07.2022 - Current
- Analyzed trends in financial data to investigate fluctuations.
- Assessed compliance with applicable laws and regulations concerning taxes, employee benefits, environmental obligations, among others.
- Developed tailored audit plans for each engagement, ensuring thorough coverage of all relevant areas within specified timelines.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Assisted in the preparation of comprehensive audit reports, clearly outlining key findings and recommendations for client action.
- Maintained strong working relationships with clients throughout the audit process, addressing concerns promptly to ensure satisfaction with services provided.
- Provided valuable insights to management through comprehensive analyses of financial data and performance trends.
- Assisted clients in preparing for external audits by conducting pre-audit assessments and providing recommendations for improvement.
- Assessed company controls and potential risks against benchmarks.
- Streamlined audit processes, reducing time spent on routine tasks and focusing on high-risk areas.
- Identified potential fraud indicators through meticulous analysis of financial records, protecting client assets from misappropriation.
- Built strong relationships with clients, fostering trust and open communication to facilitate accurate audits.
- Conducted thorough reviews of financial statements, ensuring compliance with IFRS and other regulatory requirements.
- Ensured timely completion of audit engagements, consistently meeting or exceeding deadlines while maintaining high quality results.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of internal controls, recommending improvements to enhance operational efficiency and mitigate risks.
- Improved financial reporting accuracy by identifying and addressing internal control deficiencies.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
Senior Audit Associate
Deloitte
12.2020 - 05.2022
Auditor
BDO Jordan
12.2017 - 11.2020
Education
Bachelor Degree - Accounting
University of Petra
Amman, Jordan 04.2001 -
Skills
Financial Statements Review
Internal control evaluation
Reporting proficiency
IFRS Accounting Practices
Effective Communication
Team Collaboration
Auditing Standards
Microsoft Office
Client Relations
Big Four Accounting Firms
Leadership
Timeline
Senior Audit Assistant
PricewaterhouseCoopers
07.2022 - Current
Senior Audit Associate
Deloitte
12.2020 - 05.2022
Auditor
BDO Jordan
12.2017 - 11.2020
Bachelor Degree - Accounting
University of Petra
04.2001 -