Audit Manager

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Competitive salary and bonus

Medical aid

Retirement savings plan

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Audit Manager to lead audit engagements in Richards Bay. The role involves overseeing audit teams, managing client relationships, and delivering high-quality audit services across industries.

You will plan and execute financial audits, assess internal controls, and provide insights to clients. This hybrid role balances client site visits, office work, and remote collaboration, with opportunities for career progression.

Qualifications

• CA(SA) or equivalent required.
• 5–7 years of progressive audit experience, incl. 2 years in supervision.
• Strong knowledge of ISAs, IFRS, and tax legislation.
• Proven leadership and client management skills.
• Experience with audit software and data analytics is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and supervise financial statement audits for a diverse client portfolio.
• Assess internal controls and identify improvement areas.
• Manage engagements from planning to delivery in accordance with standards.
• Lead and mentor audit staff, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Communicate findings and recommendations to clients and senior management.
• Ensure audits are efficient and within budget.

Skills

Leadership

Client management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

CA(SA) or equivalent

Tools

Audit software

Data analytics tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and diligent Audit Manager to lead their audit engagements in Richards Bay . This pivotal role involves overseeing audit teams, managing client relationships, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality audit services. You will be responsible for planning and executing financial audits, assessing internal controls, and providing valuable insights to clients across various industries. This hybrid role allows for a balance between client site visits, office work, and remote collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and supervise financial statement audits for a diverse client portfolio.
• Assess client internal control systems and identify areas for improvement.
• Manage audit engagements from start to finish, ensuring compliance with auditing standards.
• Lead, mentor, and develop audit staff, fostering a high-performance team culture.
• Communicate audit findings, recommendations, and resolutions to clients and senior management.
• Ensure audit work is performed efficiently and within budget.

Requirements

• Professional qualification such as CA(SA) or equivalent is essential.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive audit experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Proven knowledge of ISAs , IFRS, and relevant tax legislation.
• Strong leadership, project management, and client management skills.
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking abilities.
• Experience with audit software and data analytics tools is advantageous.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Hybrid work arrangement combining office and remote flexibility.
• Significant opportunities for career progression and professional development.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement savings plan.
• Exposure to a wide range of industries and complex audit challenges.