Auditing Manager Port Elizabeth

Id1 Executive Search; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Port Elizabeth opportunity

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Dynamic team environment

Job summary

Id1 Executive Search is recruiting an experienced Audit Manager to lead the audit team in Port Elizabeth. The role entails planning, executing, and supervising financial audits across diverse client portfolios while maintaining audit quality and client relationships.

The ideal candidate will be a CA(SA) with 5+ years post-qualification experience, strong ISA/IFRS knowledge, and proven leadership abilities to mentor junior staff in a dynamic automotive and manufacturing hub in the Eastern Cape.

Qualifications

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) or equivalent professional qualification.
• Minimum of 5 years of post-qualification experience in public accounting (audit).
• Strong knowledge of ISAs, IFRS, and South African Companies Act.
• Proven leadership and project management skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and manage financial audits in accordance with ISAs and internal quality standards.
• Supervise and mentor audit staff, providing guidance and performance feedback.
• Manage client relationships, acting as the primary point of contact for audit engagements.
• Review audit work papers and financial statements for accuracy and completeness.
• Identify control weaknesses and provide practical recommendations to clients.
• Ensure compliance with professional standards and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Auditing

Project management

Communication

Education

CA(SA) or equivalent

Job description

Audit Manager Port Elizabeth

Our client is recruiting an experienced Audit Manager to lead their audit team in Port Elizabeth. This senior position involves planning, executing, and supervising financial audits for a diverse portfolio of clients across various industries. You will be responsible for ensuring audit quality, managing client relationships, and mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a comprehensive understanding of auditing standards, and a commitment to delivering exceptional audit services within the automotive and manufacturing hub of the Eastern Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and manage financial audits in accordance with ISAs and internal quality standards.
• Supervise and mentor audit staff, providing guidance and performance feedback.
• Manage client relationships, acting as the primary point of contact for audit engagements.
• Review audit work papers and financial statements for accuracy and completeness.
• Identify control weaknesses and operational inefficiencies, providing practical recommendations to clients.
• Ensure compliance with professional standards and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) or equivalent professional qualification.
• Minimum of 5 years of post-qualification experience in public accounting (audit).
• Strong knowledge of ISAs, IFRS, and South African Companies Act.
• Proven leadership and project management skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal abilities.

Benefits

• A competitive salary package with a performance-based incentive plan.
• Opportunity to work in a key position within a respected audit firm in Port Elizabeth.
• Comprehensive medical aid, retirement fund, and other employee benefits.
• Professional development opportunities and support for continued learning.
• A dynamic and supportive work environment focused on team success.