Audit Senior

Findojobs South Africa; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in South Africa seeks an Audit Senior to lead audit engagements. The role requires a BCom degree, completed SAICA or SAIPA articles, and 2–4 years of audit experience. Responsibilities include preparing financial statements, supervising junior staff, and maintaining client relationships. Ideal candidates should have a strong grasp of IFRS standards and effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years’ post-article audit experience preferred.
• Excellent understanding of IFRS and audit standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead audits from planning to finalisation.
• Prepare financial statements and management reports.
• Identify and communicate audit risks, findings, and recommendations.
• Review work done by trainees and provide guidance.
• Liaise with clients to ensure audit quality and compliance.
• Support internal training and knowledge-sharing initiatives.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Leadership skills

Analytical skills

Proficiency in CaseWare or similar software

Education

BCom degree in Accounting or related field

Completed SAICA or SAIPA articles

Tools

CaseWare

Job description

Audit Senior
Location: South Africa
Type: Permanent | Finance & Professional Services

Lead audits. Deliver confidence.

This is a career-defining opportunity for a qualified professional with a BCom degree and completed SAICA or SAIPA articles. You’ll take charge of audit engagements, mentor junior staff, and provide trusted insights to clients across industries.

What You’ll Do

• Lead audits from planning to finalisation

• Prepare financial statements and management reports

• Identify and communicate audit risks, findings, and recommendations

• Review work done by trainees and provide guidance

• Liaise with clients and ensure audit quality and compliance

• Support internal training and knowledge-sharing initiatives

What You Bring

• BCom degree in Accounting or related field

• Completed SAICA or SAIPA articles

• 2–4 years’ post-article audit experience preferred

• Excellent understanding of IFRS and audit standards

• Strong communication, leadership, and analytical skills

• Proficiency in CaseWare or similar audit software

What Success Looks Like

• Timely, high-quality audit delivery with minimal review points

• Strong client relationships built on trust and technical expertise

• Effective supervision and development of junior staff

• Confidence in reporting and compliance