Audit Manager

Pkf South Africa Inc.; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading audit firm is seeking an Audit Manager to oversee audit engagements and manage a team. Applicants should be eligible to register as CA(SA) and have experience in audits and compilations. Strong communication, analytical, and time management skills are essential. The position requires a valid driver's license and willingness to travel. Interested candidates should upload their CV and academic records with their application.

Qualifications

• Eligible to register as a CA(SA) or already registered.
• Good communication skills in English and Afrikaans required.
• Experience in compilations, reviews, and audits.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage audit engagements.
• Provide technical assistance to staff.
• Conduct full audit file reviews.

Skills

Communication skills (English and Afrikaans)

Analytical skills

Time management

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Eligible or registered as CA(SA)

Completed a 3-year SAICA Training contract

Tools

CaseWare

GreatSoft

Excel

Word

Pastel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Job Overview

PKF Pretoria is looking for an Audit Manager to join their team.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Eligible to register as a CA(SA) or already registered as a CA(SA)
• Working knowledge of CaseWare, GreatSoft, Excel, Word, Pastel, Microsoft Outlook
• Experience in compilations, reviews, and audits
• Academic / Technical Knowledge: IFRS, IFRS for SMEs, VAT, Income Tax, Companies Act, Auditing Standards
• Own transport, a valid driver's license, and willingness to travel
• Good communication skills (English and Afrikaans)
• Completed a 3-year SAICA Training contract

Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan and co‑coordinate work with audit trainees
• Manage resourcing and plotting of staff members on audit engagements
• Provide technical assistance to staff members
• Manage and supervise audit engagements
• Counselling, coaching, and training audit trainees
• Conduct full audit file reviews and related reports to ensure the relevant files are ready for sign‑off
• Weekly staff briefing
• Plan for upcoming jobs and continuously adapt plans to take account of changes
• Report to Partners and monitor progress on their jobs – act as a liaison between Partners and audit trainees
• Meet with Clients regarding Audit / Accounting Issues
• Manage Client queries
• Communicate firm’s decisions to Audit Dept and feedback Audit Dept issues to Partners
• Audit assignment budget planning and management
• Approve timesheets
• Perform billings and manage
• Monitoring and evaluation of performance in relation to the budget
• Performance management of staff members including, continuously providing feedback to staff
• Responsible for Staff Assessments (SAICA Assessment Process)

Personal Attributes

• Ability to give and accept constructive criticism in a professional manner
• Comfortable in digital space and reviewing files using IT
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail
• Self‑motivated and able to work alone and in a team
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
• Solution driven
• Excellent time management skills
• Keen interest in remaining in public practice

Application

To apply, upload the following: Your full CV, copy of your full academic records, copy of your identification certificate. Please ensure that you provide all the required documents to avoid rejection of your application.