Audit Assistant Manager

UHY Haines Norton; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

UHY Haines Norton in Sydney is seeking an experienced Audit Supervisor to join our Audit & Assurance division. This permanent full-time role offers immediate commencement and exposure to a diverse client base across industries.

You will bring a minimum of 5 years' external audit experience in an Australian CA/CPA firm, complete CA or CPA, and demonstrate strong communication, stakeholder management and analytical skills to deliver high-quality audits and foster client relationships.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' external audit experience in an Australian Chartered Accounting or CPA firm.
• Completion of the CA or CPA qualification.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong client relationships and stakeholder management skills.
• Sound analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• A proactive, self-motivated and results-oriented approach.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering quality outcomes; and
• A genuine desire to learn, develop and progress your career.

Responsibilities

• Working closely with Partners and Managers to deliver high-quality audit and assurance services.
• Planning, coordinating and completing audit engagements across a diverse client portfolio.
• Participating in corporate finance engagements, including due diligence assignments, business valuations and IPO listings.
• Identifying opportunities to improve clients’ systems, controls and business performance.
• Preparing general purpose and special purpose financial reports.
• Drafting management letters and audit completion reports.
• Managing engagement budgets and timelines.
• Supervising, mentoring and reviewing the work of junior team members; and
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships.

Skills

External audit experience

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Proactive mindset

Detail-oriented

Team supervision

Education

CA or CPA qualification

Job description

UHY Haines Norton is a leading Sydney-based professional services firm with strong national and international affiliations. We work with a diverse and dynamic client base, ranging from ASX-listed entities to large and medium-sized private companies across a broad range of industries, including construction, biotechnology, finance, manufacturing and software development.

Our commitment to excellence, innovation, and client service provides our team with exposure to challenging engagements and exceptional career development opportunities.

The Opportunity

Due to the continued growth and expansion of our Audit & Assurance division, we are seeking an experienced and suitably qualified Audit Supervisor to join our Sydney office.

This is a permanent full-time position with an immediate commencement available for the right candidate.

Skills, Experience and Attributes

To be successful in this role, you will possess:

• A minimum of 5 years' external audit experience within an Australian Chartered Accounting or CPA firm;
• Completion of the CA or CPA qualification;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Strong client relationship and stakeholder management skills;
• Sound analytical and problem-solving abilities;
• A proactive, self-motivated and results-oriented approach;
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering quality outcomes; and
• A genuine desire to learn, develop and progress your career.

Key Responsibilities

Depending on your experience, responsibilities will include:

• Working closely with Partners and Managers to deliver high-quality audit and assurance services;
• Planning, coordinating and completing audit engagements across a diverse client portfolio;
• Participating in corporate finance engagements, including due diligence assignments, business valuations and IPO listings;
• Identifying opportunities to improve clients’ systems, controls and business performance;
• Preparing general purpose and special purpose financial reports;
• Drafting management letters and audit completion reports;
• Managing engagement budgets and timelines;
• Supervising, mentoring and reviewing the work of junior team members; and
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships.

Why Join UHY Haines Norton?

As part of our Audit & Assurance team, you will benefit from:

• Exposure to a diverse and interesting client base;
• Direct access to Partners and senior leadership;
• Ongoing technical and professional development opportunities;
• A collaborative, supportive and friendly team environment;
• Genuine career progression opportunities; and
• Challenging and rewarding work that will accelerate your professional growth.

Remuneration

An attractive salary package will be offered and will be commensurate with experience, qualifications and demonstrated communication skills. As this is a client-facing role, exceptional interpersonal skills are highly valued.

Only applicants whose experience and qualifications closely match the requirements of the role will be shortlisted and contacted for interview.