ICAEW

How did you get into your current line of work?

I always knew I wanted to work abroad, and I particularly liked jobs that are analytical and as it allows me to scrutinise problems and look with clients. Hence, the decision to take up to do what am doing now in different parts of the world.

What do you do day-to-day on the job?

As a senior associate, I am responsible to coordinate audit engagements with our clients and am the key contact between managers, partners and management in my organisation. Typically, there will be junior associates to assist in the team so it is part of my role required to work with the managers on key resources to ensure that the audits are always timely and within the stipulated budget and duration.

What would you say is the coolest thing about your current role?

The opportunity to understand different types auditing different organisations helped me understand the business better. Also, the ability to work with clients in different countries is exciting, and that’s why I am currently based in PwC Middle East in Dubai, UAE. It also helps is one of the most recognised and portable in many countries around the world without

Having a good balance between your technical skills and soft skills will carry you further in your career.

NG JIN WEI

DESIGNATION Senior Associate, PwC Middle East (Dubai)

QUALIFICATION ICAEW ACA

“ONE MUST PUT HARD WORK IN THEIR PURSUITS, AND THE OPPORTUNITIES THAT FOLLOW WILL PAY YOU BACK HANDSOMELY”

What were the toughest parts of your role and how did you overcome them?

The toughest parts were taking the ICAEW myriad of technical knowledge, abilities and acumen for the role (ICAEW updates annually to the latest curriculum needed in the market!) – as well as the long hours needed sometimes in different audit projects. But the into the inner workings of businesses and

What essential skills do you think are needed for your role?

Good and current technical knowledge in IT, especially in areas of data analysis. And in areas of soft skills including people skills, teamwork, decision-making and problem

Do you have any advice for your fellow graduates/juniors?

you with all the necessary technical skills and knowledge. Not to mention, the compulsory training includes the essential soft skills you will need in your future roles.

on your résumé as it is globally recognised in many countries without the need for additional exams, and you will be able to secure opportunities globally. As great as it is, one must put in hard work in the pursuit opportunities that follow will pay you back handsomely.