Audit & Assurance | IT Audit | Associate - Kuwait

Kuwait | Audit & Assurance | Posted on 25-Nov-2022

Position Summary

Location
Kuwait

Audit & Assurance | IT Audit - Associate 

When you work for us, you commit to a career at one of the largest and most prestigious professional services firms in the world. Looking for a rewarding career? Take a closer look at Deloitte & Touche ME. You'll understand that Deloitte is a Tier 1 Tax advisor in the GCC region since 2010 (according to the International Tax Review World Tax Rankings). It has received numerous awards in the last few years which include Best Employer in the Middle East, best consulting firm, and the Middle East Training & Development Excellence Award by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW). 

A career in IT Audit and Advisory is all about the challenge of helping our clients manage risk and uncertainty, from the boardroom to the network. The spectrum of risk is broad, and our core competencies encompass control assurance, internal audit, corporate governance consulting, risk management, regulatory consulting, and IT security services. To be an IT Audit and Advisory Associate with Deloitte & Touche Middle East means you will gain a wealth of experience across a wide spectrum of industries. Diversity is not just a part of the business landscape in the region but also an integral part of Deloitte & Touche Middle East. Just as we are committed to seeing our clients excel, we are committed to providing you with the right environment to learn and grow and to tailor a career to your needs. 

Our Purpose 

Deloitte makes an impact that matters. Every day we challenge ourselves to do what matters most—for clients, for our people, and for society. We serve clients distinctively, bringing innovative insights, solving complex challenges, and unlocking sustainable growth. We inspire our talented professionals to deliver outstanding value to clients, providing an exceptional career experience and an inclusive and collaborative culture. We contribute to society, building confidence and trust in the markets, upholding the integrity of organizations, and supporting our communities.  

Our shared values guide the way we behave to make a positive, enduring impact:  

  1. Lead the way    
  2. Serve with integrity    
  3. Take care of each other    
  4. Foster inclusion    
  5. Collaborate for measurable impact    

During your tenure as an IT Audit and Advisory Associate you will demonstrate and develop your capabilities in the following areas: 

  1. Perform risk assessments  
  2. Test and evaluate records  
  3. Conduct internal and external IT audits  
  4. Be responsible for the preparation and develop an understanding of the Deloitte IT Audit Specialist approach, methodology & tools, including computer assisted audit techniques  
  5. Establish working relationships with client personnel  
  6. Perform analytical review of internal and external audit documents  
  7. Review client accounting and operating procedures and systems of internal controls over revenue and financial reporting  
  8. Provide recommendations to improve IT control environment  
  9. Demonstrate ability to plan and manage engagements and own tasks along with ensuring deliverables meet work plan specifications and deadlines  

Leadership Capabilities:  

  1. Builds own understanding of our purpose and values; explores opportunities for impact  
  2. Demonstrates strong commitment to personal learning and development; acts as a brand ambassador to help attract top talent  
  3. Understands expectations and demonstrates personal accountability for keeping performance on track  
  4. Actively focuses on developing effective communication and relationship-building skills  
  5. Understands how their daily work contributes to the priorities of the team and the business 

Qualifications: 

  1. BA/BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Management Information Systems or related field  
  2. Relevant work experience (e.g. internships, summer positions, school jobs)  
  3. Demonstrated leadership, problem solving, and strong verbal and written communication skills  
  4. Ability to prioritize tasks and work on multiple assignments  
  5. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team with professionals at all levels  
  6. Fluent in English (Reading, Speaking and Writing). Preference will be given to Bilingual candidates (Arabic/English)