Manager - Audit & Assurance Jobs in Dubai, UAE | CLA Emirates
CLA Emirates is seeking a highly qualified Chartered Accountant to join their team in Dubai as a Manager for Audit & Assurance, leading multiple audit teams and delivering partner-ready reports.
About CLA Emirates
Leading UAE-based professional services firmCLA Emirates is a leading UAE-based professional services firm providing Audit & Assurance, Consulting & Accounting, Corporate Services, Tax, and Digital & Advisory solutions to businesses across the UAE.
Founded in 2005, CLA Emirates is a member of CLA Global, a professional services network designed to help realize the ambitions of dynamic organizations with cross-border needs. CLA Global is a select international network built on trust, collaboration, and care - qualities that shape how member firms support their clients, teams, and one another around the world. As an independent network member firm of CLA Global, we combine local market expertise with the strength of an international network spanning 235+ offices and more than 14,500 professionals worldwide.
Our multidisciplinary teams support startups, SMEs, family businesses, multinational corporations, and public sector entities through every stage of their business journey.
Job Overview
Job Summary
CLA Emirates is hiring a Manager for Audit & Assurance to lead 4-5 Team Leaders and manage complex audit engagements in Dubai. The ideal candidate must be a Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) with over 8 years of post-qualification experience, including at least 5 years as a Manager, and deep expertise in ISA and IFRS.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage 4–5 Team Leaders across their full engagements.
- Guide teams on complex audit, ISA and IFRS issues.
- Review audit files in depth and resolve technical points.
- Deliver partner-ready audit reports needing minimal further review.
- Mentor and develop Team Leaders.
Qualifications & Requirements
The ideal candidate for this Manager - Audit & Assurance vacancy in Dubai must meet the following criteria:
Mandatory
- Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA).
- 8+ years of post-qualification experience, including 5+ years as a Manager.
- In-depth expertise in audit & assurance, ISA and IFRS.
- Proven experience managing multiple audit teams in a reputed UAE/GCC firm.
- A sharp reviewer who takes files to sign-off standard.
- Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
Preferred
- Experience mentoring and developing Team Leaders.
- Exposure to a diverse portfolio of clients including SMEs and multinationals.
How to Write a Strong CV for This Role
- 1Clearly state your Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification and detail your 8+ years of post-qualification experience, highlighting the 5+ years in a managerial role.
- 2Emphasize your in-depth knowledge of ISA and IFRS, and your ability to resolve complex technical audit points.
- 3Include keywords like "Audit Manager", "Assurance", "IFRS", "ISA", "Chartered Accountant", and "Dubai" for ATS.
- 4Showcase your leadership experience, specifically managing multiple audit teams and mentoring Team Leaders in a UAE or GCC firm.
- 5Keep it to 1–2 clean pages — recruiters scan in 30 seconds.
- 6Send your CV as a PDF to preserve formatting on every device.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Manager - Audit & Assurance job at CLA Emirates?
Send your updated CV to careers@claemirates.com with the exact subject line "HR/TA/AM/108/2026". Ensure your CV highlights your CA qualification and relevant audit experience.
What is the most important requirement for this role?
The most critical requirements are being a Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) with 8+ years of post-qualification experience (including 5+ years as a Manager) and having in-depth expertise in audit, ISA, and IFRS within a UAE/GCC firm.
How much experience is needed for this position?
The employer requires a minimum of 8 years of post-qualification experience, with at least 5 of those years spent in a Managerial role managing audit teams.
What is the salary for this position?
The salary for this Audit & Assurance Manager role is competitive and will be discussed with shortlisted candidates based on their experience and qualifications. It is not disclosed in the original job posting.
When is the application deadline?
The job poster states that applications must be submitted by 15 November 2026. Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
