Auditor

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Career progression

Training programs

Professional development support

Exposure to diverse industries

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an Auditor for its client in Sandton to plan and execute financial statement audits in line with ISAs and regulatory requirements, serving a diverse portfolio of clients.

The role emphasizes assessing internal controls, performing substantive testing, and clear documentation. You will collaborate with audit managers and client teams to deliver high-quality assurance and build strong client relationships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• Completion of articles or equivalent professional qualification (e.g., CA(SA), ACCA).
• Minimum of 2 years of post-articles experience in external audit.
• Proficiency with auditing software and MS Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and auditing standards.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute financial statement audits in accordance with ISAs and relevant regulations.
• Assess client's internal control systems and identify areas for improvement.
• Perform substantive testing, analytical procedures, and control testing.
• Document audit procedures and findings clearly and concisely.
• Communicate audit progress, issues, and recommendations to audit seniors and managers.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with client personnel.

Skills

Analytical

Communication

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CA(SA) / ACCA

Tools

Auditing software

Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading professional services firm, is seeking a skilled Auditor to join their esteemed audit team in Sandton . This role involves planning and executing financial statement audits for a diverse portfolio of clients, ensuring compliance with auditing standards and regulations. You will work collaboratively with audit managers and client teams to assess financial risks, test internal controls, and provide assurance on financial information. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, possesses strong analytical skills, and is committed to delivering high-quality audit services within the bustling financial hub of Gauteng .

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute financial statement audits in accordance with ISAs and relevant regulations.
• Assess client's internal control systems and identify areas for improvement.
• Perform substantive testing, analytical procedures, and control testing.
• Document audit procedures and findings clearly and concisely.
• Communicate audit progress, issues, and recommendations to audit seniors and managers.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with client personnel.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• Completion of articles or equivalent professional qualification (e.g., CA(SA), ACCA).
• Minimum of 2 years of post-articles experience in external audit.
• Proficiency with auditing software and MS Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and auditing standards.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package with performance incentives.
• Opportunities for rapid career progression and professional development.
• Exposure to a wide range of industries and clients.
• Hybrid work model supporting work-life balance.
• Professional development support and training programs in Sandton.