Senior Manager - IT Audit & Risk Assurance
PwC · Karachi, Pakistan · 10mo ago
SeniorOn-siteAccounting & Audit
Line of Service
AssuranceIndustry/Sector
Not ApplicableSpecialism
AssuranceManagement Level
Senior ManagerJob Description & Summary
A.F. Ferguson & Co. (a member firm of the PwC network) is one of the leading professional services firms in Pakistan, operating from three offices in Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad. We provide a comprehensive range of assurance, taxation, and advisory services to national and local companies across all industrial sectors, public sector organizations, and non-government/non-profit organizations.Our culture of partnership and commitment to our values is reflected in our purpose: to build trust in society and solve important problems.
Discover more about us on our website - https://www.pwc.com.pk/en/.
This is a full-time on-site role located in the Karachi Division for a Senior Manager (and potential Director) – IT Audit and Risk Assurance at A.F. Ferguson & Co.
The Senior Manager will be responsible for leading and managing IT audits, assessing and assuring IT systems and processes, performing risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Day-to-day tasks include developing audit strategies, conducting audits, preparing reports, and providing recommendations for improvements. The role also involves managing a team of 40+ audit professionals, client interactions, and continuous monitoring of IT controls and risks.
The Senior Manager will be responsible for leading and managing IT audits, assessing and assuring IT systems and processes, performing risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Day-to-day tasks include developing audit strategies, conducting audits, preparing reports, and providing recommendations for improvements. The role also involves managing a team of 40+ audit professionals, client interactions, and continuous monitoring of IT controls and risks.
Qualifications
- Experience in leading and managing IT audits and risk assessments
- Strong knowledge of IT systems, processes, and controls
- Understanding of regulatory requirements and compliance standards
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage and lead a team effectively
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Bachelor's or Master’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field; Professional certifications such as CISA, CISM, CISSP, or equivalent are a plus
- Relevant experience in the professional services or consulting industry
Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)
Degrees/Field of Study required:Degrees/Field of Study preferred:Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)
Required Skills
Optional Skills
Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Artificial Intelligence (AI) Platform, Auditing, Auditing Methodologies, Client Management, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Compliance Program Implementation, Creativity, Data Analysis and Interpretation, Data Ingestion, Data Modeling, Data Quality, Data Security, Data Transformation, Data Visualization, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, External Audit, Financial Reporting, Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS) {+ 30 more}Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)
Travel Requirements
0%Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?
NoGovernment Clearance Required?
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