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About Crowe Horwath Afghanistan:

Crowe Horwath Afghanistan, Chartered Accountants and Management Consulting Company, is registered in Afghanistan with the Ministry of Commerce and industries with the aim of providing the best possible services in the rebuilding and rehabilitation of Afghanistan.

Crowe Horwath – Afghanistan, founded in 2011, is a member firm of Crowe Global with more than 14 years of experience in Afghanistan as a pioneering auditor and business advisory firm. Crowe Afghanistan is a One-Stop solution firm engaged in multidisciplinary practices. The firm has a wide range of capabilities and rich experience based on its partners, executives, consultants, and direct support from 146 countries within the network in providing the requested services.

Crowe Horwath – Afghanistan with broad technical expertise and deep local market knowledge in audit, tax, risk management, and advisory, providing consistent quality and impeccable service to a diverse clientele in industries large and small, global and local. The vast industry based competencies of our experts allow us the flexibility necessary to offer comprehensive solutions for clients seeking opportunities and avoiding threats within complex markets.

Crowe Horwath Afghanistan is the first Afghan-owned and Afghan-led member of the top 8th global accounting network in the country, since its incorporation, Crowe Horwath Afghanistan served more than 100 clients in banking, telecom, energy public and private sectors.

Job Summary

The Audit Manager will be responsible for overseeing audit engagements, ensuring compliance with international and local auditing standards, and managing a team of audit professionals. This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and the ability to interact with clients effectively.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead and manage audit engagements from planning to completion.
• Ensure compliance with International Standards on Auditing (ISA), International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), and local regulatory requirements.
• Supervise and mentor audit staff, providing training and professional development opportunities.
• Review audit workpapers, financial statements, and reports before partner’s review.
• Maintain client relationships and provide value-added insights and recommendations.
• Identify and assess risks in audit engagements and develop mitigation strategies.
• Ensure timely completion of audits in accordance with agreed-upon deadlines.
• Participate in business development activities, including proposal preparation and client presentations.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities, where necessary, to ensure firm compliance.
• Stay updated on industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices in audit and assurance.

Requirements:

• Minimum 5-7 years of audit experience, with at least 1-2 years in a supervisory or managerial role. Experience in telecom and banks is an advantage.
• Strong understanding of auditing principles, IFRS, ISA, and local tax laws.
• Proficiency in audit software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficiency in English is required; knowledge of Dari/Pashto is an advantage.

Qualifications:

ACCA, CPA, CA, or equivalent (partly qualified can be considered depending on profile).

Job Location: Kabul, Afghanistan

Education: ACCA, CPA, CA, or equivalent (partly qualified can be considered depending on profile).

Submission Guidelines:

To apply for this position, please submit your resume and cover letter, with the position name (Audit Manager) in the subject line, and email to sherafgan.ali@crowe.af/ adel.shah@crowe.af, by 27 April 2025. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Submission Email: sherafgan.ali@crowe.af /Adel.shah@crowe.af

sherafgan.ali@crowe.af; adel.shah@crowe.af,