Senior Group Audit Specialist

Not just a job, but a career

Yokogawa, award winner for ‘Best Asset Monitoring Technology’ and ‘Best Digital Twin Technology’ at the HP Awards, is a leading provider of industrial automation, test and measurement, information systems and industrial services in several industries. 

Our aim is to shape a better future for our planet through supporting the energy transition, (bio)technology, artificial intelligence, industrial cybersecurity, etc. We are committed to the United Nations sustainable development goals by utilizing our ability to measure and connect.

About the Team
Our 18,000 employees work in over 60 countries with one corporate mission, to "co-innovate tomorrow". We are looking for dynamic colleagues who share our passion for technology and care for our planet. In return, we offer you great career opportunities to grow yourself in a truly global culture where respect, value creation, collaboration, integrity, and gratitude are highly valued and exhibited in everything we do.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities:

• Assist in coordinating and executing statutory and ICV audits for YMA Middle East and African entities, ensuring adherence to local regulations, audit requirements, and company policies.
• Prepare and review financial analyses, reconciliations, schedules, and reports to support accurate and compliant stand alone and consolidated financial statements prepared in line with applicable accounting standards (e.g. local GAAP/IFRS)
• Track audit progress and support the resolution of open items, working with internal teams, external auditors, and other stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of audit deliverables.
• Work with cross-functional teams to gather, verify, and consolidate audit-related data, supporting accurate financial reporting and regulatory submissions.
• Support the implementation and follow-up of corrective actions, ensuring audit findings are resolved efficiently, risks are mitigated, and internal controls are strengthened.
• Monitor updates in accounting standards, audit requirements, and industry practices, and communicate relevant changes to the Group Leader to support compliance and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualification and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree / master’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Proven experience in auditing, accounting, or financial analysis
• Strong knowledge of auditing standards and accounting principles
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel

Competencies:

• Professional certification (CPA, CIA, ACCA, or equivalent)
• Experience with regulatory audits or compliance reviews
• Knowledge of data analytics or audit software tools
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Maintain strict confidentiality and Governance

Skills:

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities
• Effective written and verbal communication skill

Yokogawa is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Yokogawa wants a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture.  We will actively recruit, develop, and promote people from a variety of backgrounds who differ in terms of experience, knowledge, thinking styles, perspective, cultural background, and socioeconomic status.  We will not discriminate based on race, skin color, age, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, belief, political opinion, nationality, ethnicity, place of origin, disability, family relations or any other circumstances.  Yokogawa values differences and enables everyone to belong, contribute, succeed, and demonstrate their full potential.

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