Assistant Audit Manager – Audit Department

Hire Resolve; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A national firm of Chartered Accountants and Registered Auditors is looking for an Assistant Audit Manager in Pietermaritzburg. The ideal candidate will manage audit engagements and ensure high standards of client service, with opportunities for professional growth. This role requires strong attention to detail and a CA(SA) designation.

Qualifications

• CA(SA) designation required.
• 2-4 years’ post-articles experience in auditing.
• Completion of SAICA articles at a South African audit firm.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of audit and accounting clients from start to finish.
• Plan, execute, and finalize external audits.
• Supervise and lead audit teams throughout engagements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Computer literacy

Teamwork

Initiative

Time management

Education

CA(SA) designation

Completion of SAICA articles

Tools

Caseware

Pastel

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Audit Manager – Audit Department
Location: Pietermaritzburg
Firm Type: National Firm of Chartered Accountants and Registered Auditors
Start Date: As soon as possible

Job Summary:Hire Resolve's Client is seeking to hire a Assistant Audit Manager to join their team. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in managing audit engagements, client relationships, and staff performance within a leading national audit firm. This role offers exposure to a wide range of industries and the opportunity to grow within a professional and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Fulfil a senior management role in the audit department
• Manage a portfolio of audit and accounting clients from start to finish
• Plan, execute, and finalize external audits
• Supervise and lead audit teams throughout engagements
• Review audit and accounting files
• Finalize audits for partner review
• Oversee various tax matters on behalf of clients
• Effectively liaise and communicate with clients
• Assess staff performance and support their professional development

Minimum Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

• CA(SA) designation
• Completion of SAICA articles at a South African audit firm
• 2 to 4 years’ post-articles experience in auditing
• Proficient in Caseware and Pastel
• Valid South African driver’s license
• Own reliable transport

Behavioural Competencies:

• Strong attention to detail and high standards of accuracy
• Excellent computer literacy
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Demonstrates initiative and innovation under pressure
• Deadline-oriented with effective time management skills

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.

• Salary: negotiable.
• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
  
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We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.

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