Audit Quality Senior Manager, 2nd Line of Defense

Kpmg-Southafrica; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 780 000 - 1 100 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading audit and assurance firm in Johannesburg seeks a Senior Manager to ensure audit quality through the Second Line of Defense (2 Lo D) reviews. The candidate will perform crucial reviews of audit files and assist teams with training and implementing quality initiatives. The role demands at least four years of audit engagement review experience, along with a Chartered Accountant qualification. Strong analytical, communication, and time management skills are essential. The position offers a chance to enhance audit quality in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant with experience in QP reviews or audit technical support.
• Minimum of four years audit engagement review experience.
• Proven track record in achieving audit quality.

Responsibilities

• Perform reviews on selected engagement files in line with global policies.
• Liaise with DPP and Risk management to identify risk areas for reviews.
• Report findings from reviews to engagement teams and assess resolutions.
• Provide guidance to audit teams regarding internal policies and standards.
• Prepare and present training on trends reported during reviews.
• Stay updated with developments in local and international standards.
• Assist in reporting review results to key stakeholders.

Skills

Research

Analytical skills

Coaching skills

Good communication

Presentation skills

Time management

Problem solving

Education

Chartered Accountant or equivalent qualification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Power Point

Job description

A leading audit and assurance firm in Johannesburg seeks a Senior Manager to ensure audit quality through the Second Line of Defense (2 Lo D) reviews. The candidate will perform crucial reviews of audit files and assist teams with training and implementing quality initiatives. The role demands at least four years of audit engagement review experience, along with a Chartered Accountant qualification. Strong analytical, communication, and time management skills are essential. The position offers a chance to enhance audit quality in a collaborative environment.