Audit Associate

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Training & development

Industry exposure

Job summary

Placements24 in Nelspruit is seeking an enthusiastic Audit Associate to join the growing audit team. You will assist senior auditors in conducting financial and operational audits for a diverse range of clients, gaining hands-on experience in audit procedures, documentation, and analysis.

This hybrid role offers fieldwork at client sites and remote work for analysis and reporting, providing a dynamic and varied work experience within the accounting profession.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Auditing, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and audit methodologies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with audit software is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for client and team interaction.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and executing audit engagements under the guidance of audit managers.
• Gather and analyze financial data, documents, and records to identify discrepancies and risks.
• Prepare audit work papers, schedules, and summaries of findings.
• Communicate audit progress and preliminary findings to senior audit staff.
• Perform testing of internal controls and financial statement assertions.
• Stay updated on relevant accounting standards and audit regulations.

Skills

Auditing basics

Excel proficiency

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Audit software

MS Excel

Job description

Our client is looking for an enthusiastic Audit Associate to join their growing audit team in Nelspruit . This role involves assisting senior auditors in conducting financial and operational audits for a diverse range of clients. You will gain hands‑on experience in audit procedures, documentation, and analysis. This hybrid position allows for fieldwork at client sites and remote work for analysis and reporting, offering a dynamic and varied work experience within the accounting profession.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and executing audit engagements under the guidance of audit managers.
• Gather and analyze financial data, documents, and records to identify discrepancies and risks.
• Prepare audit work papers, schedules, and summaries of findings.
• Communicate audit progress and preliminary findings to senior audit staff.
• Perform testing of internal controls and financial statement assertions.
• Stay updated on relevant accounting standards and audit regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Auditing, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and audit methodologies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with audit software is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for client and team interaction.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Hybrid work model providing flexibility between office, home, and client sites.
• Extensive training and professional development opportunities.
• Exposure to a variety of industries and client organizations in the Nelspruit region.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment dedicated to professional excellence.