Audit Senior

Sumer Group Holdings Limited; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A growing network of accounting firms is looking for an Audit Senior in Johannesburg. You will lead audit engagements, ensuring compliance and building strong client relationships. A qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA) with UK audit practice experience is essential. The ideal candidate will possess strong client management skills and demonstrate effective time management. Join a team that values diversity and supports professional development, contributing to high-quality financial services for SMEs.

Qualifications

• Experience in audit and accounts practice with knowledge of regulations.
• Ability to identify and assess risks and implement controls.
• Strong client relationship management skills.

Responsibilities

• Engage with clients to understand their business needs.
• Lead audit engagements, planning, execution, and completion.
• Support and guide junior team members during audits.

Skills

Qualified Accountant: ACA/ACCA or equivalent

UK Audit Practice Experience

Risk Assessment

Client Management

Job description

Audit Senior

Department: Audit

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Johannesburg

Reporting To: Craig Hatherall

Description

Sumer is a growing network of accounting firms across the UK and South Africa, focused on supporting SME businesses with high-quality, tailored financial services. We have 13 different hubs based across the UK and South Africa. Across the group we deliver audit, tax, accounting, and advisory services with a people-first approach.

Monahans. one of Sumer’s hubs, works closely with small and medium-sized enterprises across the UK and Ireland. We help clients navigate complex financial needs - from compliance and reporting to strategic business advice - so they can focus on running and growing their businesses.

Key Responsibilities

What You Will Be Doing:

• Actively engage with clients to gain a thorough understanding of their business.
• Be the main point of contact for clients during audit engagements, building and maintaining strong, trusted relationships.
• Lead audit engagements for a portfolio of clients, including planning, execution, and completion.
  Identify risk areas and finalise all aspects of audit assignments under the supervision of a manager or partner.
• Support and guide junior team members, review their work, and ensure audit objectives are achieved.
• Ensure full compliance with external audit requirements.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Qualified Accountant: ACA/ACCA or equivalent
• UK Audit Practice Experience: experience in an audit and accounts practice, including an understanding of regulatory obligations and quality standards.
• Risk Assessment: experience in identifying and assessing risks and implementing effective controls.
• Client Management: Strong client relationship management skills, able to build and maintain long-term relationships.

You may be the sort of person who is:

• Effective Time Management: Ability to prioritize and manage workload to meet deadlines.
• Self-Motivated: Able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Continuous Improvement: Commitment to continuous professional development and staying updated with changes in accounting standards and regulations.
• Detail-Oriented: High level of attention to detail and accuracy.

Belong @ Sumer

At Sumer, we know everyone’s journey is different. That’s why we’re committed to fairness, removing barriers and giving people the support they need to do their best work. If you need any support during the hiring process, just let us know.

Our values represent what matters most to us and guide how we work every day:

• We Shine Together
• We Do the Right Thing
• We Make It Count

We know diverse teams make us stronger. That’s why we’re creating an inclusive workplace where everyone belongs and differences are valued and celebrated.