Job Description

Who we are

Assurance Technical is part of the Professional Practice Group (PPG) within Assurance. We specialise in the assurance standards and various audit methodologies and all the other assurance policies. We support engagement teams on complex and judgemental audit matters and are often described as the team behind solving the answer, “it depends.”

What we do

Assurance Technical assists engagement partners and teams in working in today’s complex auditing environment by providing specialist audit technical support services.

In addition to providing general technical consultation support, audit technical also provides consultation support on complex higher risk areas such as:

• Reportable irregularity / NOCLAR instances.
• Audit report modifications.
• Going concern evaluations.

Audit technical prides itself on its proactive focus on driving quality, efficiency and effectiveness of methodology enablement. This is achieved through numerous initiatives such as:

• Continuing to enhance our policies, practices, forms, templates and tools for the Future of Audit. Now.
• Researching and responding to audit-related enquiries.
• Performing pre-issuance KAM/EAR audit report reviews on listed/PIE engagements.
• Supporting the technical learning and development of the audit practice through the preparation and delivery of technical updates and training materials.
• Providing AQR/IRBA support.
• Identifying the crux of quality deficiencies through the execution of Root Cause Analysis.
• Improving the quality of documentation on audit files through Hot File Reviews, Global Coaching and thematic reviews.
• Working with the QEL team on more complex matters and supporting them on their enablement strategies.

What an average day looks like

No two days are the same. Our work spans audit standards, GAM, consultations, quality review support, enablement and learning development. We place a strong emphasis on continuous learning, collaboration, and team support—while still making room for occasional team events or activities.

Why you may enjoy the role

If you enjoy tackling complex and judgemental audit matters, problem solving, working in areas outside your comfort zone, and deepening your technical expertise, Audit Technical offers a challenging and rewarding environment.

You will expand and deepen your understanding of EY’s Quality & Risk Management practices, sharpen decision-making, and become a more well-rounded audit professional. Also you won’t be leaving audit as we recommend you retain at least one audit client.