Audit & Assurance Associate – UAE Nationals (Dubai/Sharjah)

About the role

Deloitte is seeking an Audit & Assurance Associate to join its UAE National talent pipeline. Based in Dubai/Sharjah, the role focuses on delivering high‑quality audits for a diverse client base while developing professional expertise.

Key responsibilities

• Apply audit and risk advisory priorities in line with stakeholder requirements.
• Utilise relevant accounting standards to perform risk assessment procedures and identify material misstatement risks.
• Deliver high‑quality audits using Deloitte’s global audit imperatives, methodology, and tools.
• Formulate reasonable judgments and conclusions to produce timely, informative audit outputs.
• Ensure compliance with auditing and accounting standards, local laws, ethical standards, independence requirements, and quality‑control procedures.

Required profile

• Degree in accounting, auditing or a related field.
• Relevant work experience such as internships or summer positions.
• Demonstrated leadership, problem‑solving and strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple assignments and work both independently and in a team.
• Fluent in English (reading, speaking and writing); bilingual candidates are preferred.

Required skills

• Knowledge of accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, local GAAP).
• Risk assessment techniques applied to audit engagements.
• Familiarity with audit methodology and related tools.