Audit Manager - Remote

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Medical aid and retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Audit Manager to lead remote audit engagements in South Africa. You will plan, execute, and supervise financial statement audits for a diverse client base, ensuring compliance with ISAs, IFRS, and SA corporate law.

Strong leadership and client management skills are essential for mentoring staff and delivering high-quality audits. This fully remote role offers flexibility, opportunities for career growth, and collaboration with a global network of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• CA(SA) or ACCA are mandatory.
• Minimum 6 years in external audits.
• Strong knowledge of ISAs, IFRS, and SA corporate law.
• Proven experience managing audit engagements and teams.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and supervise financial statement audits for diverse clients.
• Manage audit engagements from start to finish, coordinating teams and communicating with clients.
• Ensure audits comply with ISAs and firm policies.
• Identify risks and develop appropriate audit procedures and controls.
• Review workpapers and financial statements prepared by staff.
• Mentor and develop junior audit staff remotely.
• Manage budgets and timelines for audits.
• Build and maintain client relationships as the main contact.

Skills

Leadership

Client management

Audit planning

Audit supervision

ISAs knowledge

IFRS knowledge

Data analytics

Education

CA(SA) or ACCA

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Audit software

Data analytics tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a distinguished international audit firm, is seeking a highly experienced Audit Manager to lead engagements from a remote setting. This is a fully remote position, offering flexibility and the chance to manage audit teams and client portfolios without geographical constraints within South Africa . You will be responsible for planning, executing, and supervising financial statement audits, ensuring compliance with auditing standards and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership skills, exceptional technical audit expertise, and a proven track record of delivering high-quality audits in a remote-first environment. You will play a critical role in developing client relationships and mentoring junior audit staff through virtual channels.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and supervise financial statement audits for a diverse range of clients.
• Manage audit engagements from start to finish, including team coordination and client communication.
• Ensure audits are conducted in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (ISAs) and firm policies.
• Identify and assess risks, developing appropriate audit procedures and controls.
• Review workpapers and financial statements prepared by audit staff.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, serving as a key point of contact.
• Mentor, train, and develop junior audit staff in a remote setting.
• Manage audit budgets and timelines effectively.
• Identify opportunities for business process improvements and add value to clients.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Professional qualification such as CA(SA), ACCA, or equivalent is mandatory.
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in external audit.
• Extensive knowledge of ISAs, IFRS, and South African corporate law.
• Proven experience in managing audit engagements and teams.
• Proficiency with audit software and data analytics tools.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and client management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fully remote work environment, demonstrating self-discipline and strong organizational skills.
• Experience with risk assessment and internal control evaluation.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package.
• Fully remote work arrangement, providing exceptional work-life balance.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Significant opportunities for career advancement and professional growth.
• Access to a global network of professionals and resources.
• Supportive virtual team culture focused on collaboration and success.
• Performance bonuses and recognition programs.