Auditor

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical aid

Retirement benefits

Hybrid work

Career growth

Team environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl seeks an experienced Auditor to join our compliance and assurance team. You will assess internal controls, audit financial records, and ensure regulatory adherence across departments.

This hybrid role offers office collaboration with flexibility, opportunities for professional growth, and exposure to diverse audits within a scenic Western Cape setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Auditing, or a related field is required.
• Minimum of 4 years of auditing experience (internal or external).
• Knowledge of auditing principles, standards, and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute financial and operational audits in accordance with audit standards.
• Assess the design and effectiveness of internal controls and identify areas for improvement.
• Gather and analyze audit evidence, documenting findings clearly and concisely.
• Prepare detailed audit reports, outlining key issues, risks, and recommendations.
• Communicate audit findings and recommendations to management effectively.
• Follow up on the implementation of agreed-upon action plans.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Auditing

Tools

Excel

Audit software

MS Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and experienced Auditor to join their compliance and assurance team in Paarl. This role is vital for assessing the accuracy of financial records, evaluating internal controls, and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards. You will conduct audits across various departments, identify potential risks, and recommend improvements to strengthen financial operations. This hybrid position allows for engagement with colleagues in the office while maintaining flexibility, contributing to the overall integrity and efficiency of the organization’s financial practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute financial and operational audits in accordance with audit standards.
• Assess the design and effectiveness of internal controls and identify areas for improvement.
• Gather and analyze audit evidence, documenting findings clearly and concisely.
• Prepare detailed audit reports, outlining key issues, risks, and recommendations.
• Communicate audit findings and recommendations to management effectively.
• Follow up on the implementation of agreed-upon action plans.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Auditing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in auditing (internal or external).
• Knowledge of auditing principles, standards, and best practices.
• Proficiency with audit software and MS Office, especially Excel.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Professional certifications such as CIA or CA(SA) are advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive annual remuneration package.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement benefits.
• Hybrid work model enhancing work-life integration.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development within the auditing field.
• Collaborative team environment in the scenic region of Paarl .