Audit Manager

Sagen Advisory; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ownership options for the right candidate

Job summary

A reputable Assurance and Consulting firm in Cape Town is seeking an ambitious Audit Manager dedicated to a long-term career in audit. Candidates must be CA(SA) eligible or nearing completion, with at least 1 year of post-articles experience. This role offers excellent prospects for growth into a director or partner position. Responsibilities include producing client reports, planning audits, managing staff, and maintaining strong client relationships. Competitive, market-related salary with ownership options for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year post-articles experience required.
• Supervisory or management experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS for SMEs, IFRS, ISA, and taxation.

Responsibilities

• Produce client reports (AFS, Minutes, Certificates, etc.).
• Plan and manage audit assignment budgets.
• Conduct full audit file reviews.
• Manage staff performance and provide feedback.
• Maintain excellent client relationships.

Skills

Team leadership and talent development

Strong adherence to principles and values

Excellent writing and reporting skills

Analytical and problem-solving abilities

Attention to detail and quality orientation

Client-focused mindset

Education

CA(SA), eligible or nearing completion

Tools

CaseWare

Job description

A reputable and established Assurance, Accounting and Consulting firm in Bellville is seeking to employ an ambitious Audit Manager. This opportunity is ideal for an audit professional who is committed to a long‑term career in audit, with prospects to grow into a director or partner role.

The ideal candidate must be a CA(SA), eligible to register as a CA(SA), or nearing completion of CA(SA) with a strong ambition to register as a Registered Auditor. AGA(SA) candidates enroute to full qualification with significant experience and ambition may also be considered.

The firm focuses on small and medium‑sized businesses and provides services across the Western and Southern Cape. The directors are Chartered Accountants and Registered Auditors with IRBA.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Produce client reports (AFS, Minutes, Certificates, Management letters, etc.)
• Propose and finalise audit opinions
• Plan and manage audit assignment budgets
• Monitor and evaluate performance against budget
• Conduct full audit file reviews and prepare related reports for sign‑off
• Review tax returns
• Manage staff resourcing and scheduling for audit engagements
• Allocate work according to audit assignment needs
• Ensure completion of audit planning documentation
• Approve timesheets
• Perform billings and manage WIP
• Manage staff performance and provide continuous feedback
• Provide technical assistance to staff
• Maintain excellent client relationships

Qualifications and Experience

• CA(SA), eligible, or nearing completion
• 1+ years post‑articles experience
• Supervisory or management experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of IFRS for SMEs, IFRS, ISA, and taxation
• Experience with CaseWare

Characteristics

• Initiative and proactivity
• Team leadership and talent development
• Strong adherence to principles and values
• Excellent writing and reporting skills
• Analytical and problem‑solving abilities
• Sound judgment and decision‑making
• Planning and organisational skills
• Attention to detail and quality orientation
• Client‑focused mindset
• Ability to work under pressure and manage setbacks
• Strong teamwork and collaboration
• Results‑driven with a focus on achieving objectives

Remuneration

• Market‑related salary

Ownership options available for the right candidate