Careers

Why SPK

The SPK story is an amazing one and, our organization is built on firm foundations. Our founder’s vision was to look beyond the horizons and establish a first-class global organization, build upon our talented people. SPK is a true people business – with a proven track record of providing exceptional client service. We understand that technology is impacting our clients more than ever. SPK’s professionals worldwide are readily embracing future-oriented technology, transforming our client service by applying skills and insights with a digital mindset.

What does a WHY mean for a firm like SPK? It defines us and how we are different. It is our identity, our motivation, and our driver. Our WHY is “People helping People achieve their Dreams”. This is the very essence of SPK, because People’s dreams matter to us. Our motivation is to help people get to where they want to be – whether that’s our colleagues, our clients or in the communities we are part of. A career at SPK is different-that’s because of our Culture-a unique fusion of People, passion, and results, which defines us and shapes everything we do.

Being at SPK is a choice. A choice to change. We do this as one team, one SPK.

What it is like to work here

There are many world-class accounting firms, but there are far fewer that offer a culture so rich in professional opportunity, personal fulfilment, and long-term growth. We are committed to the sustainable development of our people’s professional life. We respect the people who work for us and provide them with the opportunity to develop their talents. Accountability and personal responsibility are encouraged at all levels and structured career planning and training gives our people more client experience and more partner time. Our global culture is built on respect and awareness of local cultural needs and differences, and we aim to be an ethical, socially, and environmentally responsible organisation anywhere in the world.

We at SPK in UAE are a diverse group of individuals from many cultures, and we share a common ambition: to make a difference and be the spontaneous choice in the industry. We have an excellent Partner – to – Staff ratio and an encouraging gender ratio, which gives you more flexibility, high priority on mentorship and professional development.

What you can do here

Life in a professional firm means a life of continuous learning. SPK offers a wide variety of CPD programs to help our professionals grow in whatever way best suits their individual needs, preferences and learning styles. Training opportunities include conferences, one-on-one training, webcasts, and self-study courses.

Everyone claims to deliver results in our industry. SPK’s results are different – they are known to have a direct impact on our people. Our focus is on measurable results that make us sustainable and help you develop as a business leader. This will differentiate you, just as it has done for us since the beginning. As this makes a clear impact and build your own success story for others to envy.

How to join us

We are constantly seeking dedicated candidates to join our practice. We seek people who are driven and who works towards the best interest of the Team and the Firm – passionate professionals who are keen to develop lasting relationships, both internally and with our clients.

Please send in your detailed resume to info@spkauditors.com The selection and interview process for each role may vary. If you are successful in your application, one of our resourcing team will contact you to discuss the next steps.

SPK is an exceptional place for you to expand your talents and revitalize your career. We offer challenging opportunities, a team culture built on our core values, and many ways to grow.

Prior experience should be related to external auditing and must have sound knowledge regarding Middle East relevant IFRS, IAS & ISAs. ACC/ACCA qualified with a high level of audit and accounting experience strong skills in Microsoft Word & Excel. Excellent communication skills, both written and oral Graduate programs.

  • Qualified CA, ACCA, CPA.
  • Post qualification experience of minimum 3 years in an audit firm
  • Fluency in written and spoken English required, proficiency in Arabic would be an advantage.
  • Good financial, analytical and accounting skills.
  • Proficiency in using audit technologies and analytical tools.
  • Organised in time management
  • Ethical conduct.

Job Vacancies:

Audit Associate

  • Assist and support clients in the preparation of consolidated financial statements and improving their financial reporting
  • Assist clients in improving and implementing efficient financial reporting processes
  • Assist clients in applying IFRS: conversions, implementation of new standards, accounting opinions, etc.
  • Ensure that engagements are executed in accordance with the firm’s methodologies and guidance, professional standards and local legal and regulatory requirements
  • Support clients to develop analytical tools or financial models for their daily operations
  • Getting to know our clients, their businesses and how they work to provide the right serviceMaintaining and updating of time sheets
  • Timely reporting to clients and office based on the office hours
  • In addition to above, there may be additional responsibilities given for enhancing your skills to progress towards a higher position

Auditor

  • Actively assist in the planning, budgeting and risk assessment of audit engagement.
  • Preparation of audit files and client deliverables
  • Identification of audit risk and designing audit programs based on risk analysis
  • Coach, develop and appraise junior staff
  • Review audit files and prepare review comments during the project.
  • Complete the planning for the audit fieldwork, allocate work as appropriate to audit assistants
  • Preparation of financial statements and any other deliverables
  • Keeping manager and Partner informed of progress/issues on a job throughout the audit process
  • Completion documentation, reviews and follow up of outstanding information

Tax Associate

  • Ensure clients comply with the local regulations and meet all tax obligations.
  • Responsible for the preparation of tax report and filing documents.
  • Ensure timely completion of all assigned deliverables and deliver quality tax services.
  • Establish good relationships with clients, manage their expectations and ensure excellent client services.
  • Engage in open communication and obtain feedback on existing processes to enhance efficiency, service delivery, and assess areas for improvement.
  • Establish good relationships with internal departments.
  • Other ad-hoc duties as assigned from time -to-time.

AML Associate

  • Assist team in advising on AML Compliance policies.
  • Review client due diligence documentation as per the company’s AML/CFT policy & procedures.
  • Perform AML Compliance quality and testing, evaluate process deficiencies and analyze control measures.
  • Identify and escalate unusual activity or cases that fail to meet internal guidelines.
  • Handle any other ad-hoc assignments delegated by the Partner.
  • Support the Head of Compliance in implementing the board-approved compliance program, ensuring that the Company complies with regulatory requirements and internal procedures.
  • Assist the Head of Compliance and MLRO in preparing annual reports.

Internal Auditor

  • Perform Internal Audit Engagements in All offices, including planning, field work and reporting
  • Knowledge in IPPF Standards
  • Knowledge in Risk Management & Corporate Governance
  • Proactively assist the team in various aspects of the project and prepare deliverables
  • Contribute to the development of your own and team’s technical acumen
  • Keep up to date with local and national business and economic issues
  • Ensure you are adhering to compliance matters

Consulting Associate

  • Think broadly and ask questions about data, facts and other information.
  • Support research, analysis and problem solving using a variety of tools and techniques.
  • Produce high quality work which adheres to the relevant professional standards.
  • Keep up to date with technical developments for area of specialism.
  • Handle, manipulate and analyse data and information responsibly.
  • Communicate confidently in a clear, concise and articulate manner - verbally and in materials produced.
  • Embrace different points of view and welcome opposing and conflicting ideas.
  • Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct.

Intellectual Property Executive

  • Interact with heads of patent and innovation department of top global companies
  • Conduct standard patent and validity searches.
  • Train new team members on the standard patent (IP) searches
  • Use various patent and non-patent commercial tools
  • Analyse patents and scientific literature and identify hidden insights
  • Performing patent infringement studies
  • Other duties as assigned on joining.

Corporate Support Executive

  • Responsible for corporate formation, start-ups, offshore services, intellectual property, and outsourcing.
  • Should have extensive legalization and corporate formation experience both in mainland and free zones of Middle East.
  • Offshore company formation with a detailed knowledge of the laws and regulations related to setting up and managing offshore and free zone structures in the UAE.
  • Start-up expertise in giving advice on all legal forms of Business
  • Developing corporate structure, holding, branches and local establishments.
  • Assist companies to incorporate in the UAE by assisting them to acquire license from the relevant regulatory authorities.

Open Position for All Locations

Internship

B.Com | CA (Final Year Students)

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Accountant

B.Com (Min 1 Year - Exp)

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Auditors

CA - Qualified

Job Location: UAE

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