A South African recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Audit Manager to lead and manage audit engagements from planning to completion. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with accounting and auditing standards while supervising and mentoring Trainee Accountants. A relevant Accounting degree and completion of SAICA articles are required, along with strong technical knowledge and the ability to independently lead audit engagements. This role supports partners and managers in reporting and finalising audits.
Qualifications
Completed SAICA articles.
Relevant Accounting degree.
Strong technical knowledge of auditing and accounting standards.
Responsibilities
Leading and managing audit engagements from planning through to completion.
Reviewing audit files, working papers, and financial statements.
Supervising and mentoring Trainee Accountants.
Skills
Leadership
Technical knowledge of auditing
Client relationship management
Mentoring
Education
Relevant Accounting degree
Completed SAICA articles
Job description
Key Responsibilities
Leading and managing audit engagements from planning through to completion
Reviewing audit files, working papers, and financial statements
Supervising and mentoring Trainee Accountants
Liaising directly with clients and managing client relationships
Ensuring compliance with relevant accounting and auditing standards
Assisting with technical research and complex accounting matters
Supporting partners and managers with reporting and finalisation of audits
Minimum Requirements
Completed SAICA articles
Relevant Accounting degree
Strong technical knowledge of auditing and accounting standards
Proven ability to lead audit engagements independently