Assistant Audit Manager - Pietermaritzburg

Accountancy Placements; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent accounting firm in Pietermaritzburg is seeking an Audit Manager to oversee client portfolios and lead audit teams. Candidates must be qualified CA(SA) with relevant post-article experience and proficiency in CaseWare and Pastel. This role demands strong attention to detail and the ability to thrive in a high-pressure environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified CA(SA) with SAICA articles.
• 2-4 years post-article experience.
• Excellent skills in CaseWare and Pastel.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead audit teams for client portfolios.
• Plan and execute external audits.
• Handle tax matters on behalf of clients.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Computer skills

Education

Qualified CA(SA)

SAICA articles completed

Tools

CaseWare

Pastel

Job description

• Managing client portfolios from beginning to end
• Managing accounting clients
• Tending to various tax matters on behalf of clients
• Planning and executing external audits
• Manage and lead the audit team
• Review audit and accounting file
• Finalisation of audits for partners’ review
• Ability to liaise with clients
• Must have experience in assessing staff performance and staff development

Requirements

• Qualified CA(SA)
• SAICA articles completed at a South African auditing practice
• Maximum of 2– 4 years of post-article experience
• CaseWare and Pastel knowledge or experience
• Own transport
• Excellent computer skills and attention to detail
• Team player with the ability to work independently
• Able to meet deadlines and be innovative in a highly pressurised environment

Due to the high volume of applications received, only suitable candidates who meet the criteria of this vacancy will be contacted.