Audit Partner / Director

Headhunters; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an Audit Partner for their client based in Port Elizabeth. The ideal candidate will be a Chartered Accountant with over 5 years of senior management experience in an audit firm. Responsibilities include managing the firm's operations, implementing quality improvements, ensuring regulatory compliance, and leading team development. This role is pivotal for driving business growth and maintaining high professional standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a Senior Management role within an audit firm.
• Proven ability to manage multiple client engagements.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage, plan, and coordinate the firm’s functions.
• Implement best practices for audit quality improvement.
• Deliver top-quality client service in line with professional standards.
• Drive business growth through client relationship management.
• Lead, mentor, and develop team members.

Skills

Leadership skills

People management

Client relationship management

Education

Chartered Accountant [CA(SA)]

Registered Assessor (IRBA)

Job description

Our Client, a leading authority in the Accounting and Audit Industry; is seeking to employ an Audit Partner to their team based in Port Elizabeth.

Requirements:

• Registered Assessor (IRBA).
• Chartered Accountant [CA(SA)].
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a Senior Management role within an audit firm.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple client engagements.

Responsibilities, but not limited to:

• Independently manage, plan, and coordinate the firm’s functions to ensure operational efficiency.
• Implement best practices to maintain and improve the quality of audit and assurance work.
• Deliver top-quality client service in line with professional standards.
• Drive business growth through client relationship management and fee generation.
• Lead, mentor, and develop team members to achieve performance goals.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and professional ethics.
• Oversee quality control processes and continuous improvement initiatives.

Please note that should you not receive a response within 2 weeks of applying, you may consider your application unsuccessful.