Audit Manager (Dpp Accounting)

Kpmg South Africa; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent accounting firm is seeking an Audit Manager for their DPP Accounting division in Johannesburg or Cape Town. The successful candidate will manage IFRS consultations, perform financial statement reviews, and support various accounting queries. Candidates must be CA (SA) qualified with at least two years of post-article experience, and possess strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• At least two years of post-article experience.
• Good working knowledge of IFRS.

Responsibilities

• Maintain detailed knowledge of IFRS and related standards.
• Research and answer accounting queries for staff and clients.
• Lead project management and implementation within DPP Accounting.
• Perform pre-issuance reviews of financial statements.
• Assist in writing technical guidance documents for partners.
• Participate in client meetings and consultation processes.
• Coach audit staff during consultations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Good business writing skills

Strong research skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Proactive self-starter

Organizational skills

Education

Qualified CA (SA)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

Audit Manager (DPP Accounting)

Job title / position: Audit Manager – DPP Accounting. One position available.

Business Unit: Audit DPP National (DPP Accounting). Location: Johannesburg or Cape Town.

As manager in DPP Accounting, you will be responsible for mandatory and non‑mandatory consultations, financial statement reviews and informal queries in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), IFRS for SME and US GAAP (as applicable). You will support the audit function and other IFRS and financial reporting matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain detailed knowledge of IFRS, IFRS for SME and US GAAP.
• Research and answer accounting queries for KPMG staff and clients in accordance with IFRS and US GAAP.
• Active involvement in specific projects within DPP Accounting, including leading project management and implementation.
• Perform pre‑issuance reviews of financial statements for listed companies and other clients.
• Stay up to date with developments in IFRS through internal research and involvement on local, regional or global topic teams.
• Assist with writing technical guidance documents or articles for KPMG partners and staff on accounting application issues.
• Assist with writing technical accounting opinions for clients, including all related research required.
• Participate in client meetings (even where not required for a specific query) and ensure the appropriate DPP partner / Associate Director / Senior Manager is involved where necessary.
• Coach and provide input to audit staff and more junior DPP staff during the consultation process.
• Prepare content for technical meeting topics, technical updates and client training.

Skills and Attributes Required

• Attention to detail.
• Good business writing skills.
• Strong research, independent work, and teamwork skills, producing high quality results.
• Working knowledge of IFRS and related financial reporting requirements.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Proactive self‑starter.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Good organisational, time and project management skills.
• Strong communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build and sustain relationships with people at all levels.
• Professional work ethic.
• Good computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint).

Minimum Requirements

• Qualified CA (SA).
• Good working knowledge of IFRS.
• Post‑article experience: at least two years.

Employment Type

Full‑time, Mid‑Senior level.

Industry and Function

Accounting / Auditing and Finance; Business Consulting and Services.