Are you a highly skilled and dynamic professional who is passionate about the field of audit and is committed to delivering excellence? Our client is a medium-sized audit firm dedicated to providing top-tier services in the field of commercial audit. We are seeking an Assistant Audit Manager who will play a pivotal role in ensuring the success of our audit engagements and contributing to the growth of our firm.
Roles & Responsibilities
As our Assistant Audit Manager, you will be responsible for a wide range of critical tasks, including:
- Client Portfolio Management: Oversee a diverse portfolio of clients, managing both tax and audit aspects, while fostering strong client relationships.
- Comprehensive Audit Oversight: Lead all phases of audit engagements, from meticulous planning to efficient execution and reporting. Collaborate closely with the Audit Manager and Partner to communicate findings effectively.
- Strategic Staff Planning: Skillfully allocate resources and plan staff assignments to optimize engagement outcomes.
- Thorough Review: Conduct comprehensive reviews of audit files, tax returns, and management reports to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Document Excellence: Produce meticulous and high-quality documents, reports, and engagement files that adhere to our firm's standards.
- Financial Statement Preparation: Expertly prepare annual financial statements in alignment with IFRS for SMEs, showcasing your proficiency in financial reporting.
- Team Leadership: Provide daily supervision, guidance, and leadership to audit staff and teams, nurturing a collaborative and productive work environment.
- Mentoring & Coaching: Develop, coach, and mentor junior audit staff, offering guidance and support while conducting performance reviews.
- Client Relationship Management: Liaise with clients, maintaining clear communication and delivering outstanding service, thereby enhancing the firm's reputation.
- Management Reporting: Prepare insightful management reports highlighting key findings and recommendations.
- Progress Updates: Regularly update progress reports and relevant documentation, ensuring timely and transparent communication.
- Budget Oversight: Prepare and monitor audit budgets, ensuring efficient engagements within financial constraints.
- Trainee Development: Assess trainees using the SAICA EAT system, contributing to their growth and development.
- Administrative Approval: Review and approve trainee timesheets, overtime, expense claims, and leave forms, showcasing your attention to detail.
- Ancillary Duties: Contribute to the firm's smooth operation by taking on additional responsibilities as needed.
Skills & Qualifications
To excel in this role, you should possess:
- Matric qualification
- SAICA accredited undergraduate degree
- Completed SAICA articles
- 1+ years of post-article experience in commercial audit
- Proficiency in Caseware (advantageous)
- Strong proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Interested candidates are invited to send their updated CV, qualifications, professional head and shoulders photo, notice period, and salary expectation to .
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