BDO Wave_Audit Assistant Manager_2027 Intake (Gqeberha)

BDO; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO is seeking an Audit Assistant Manager intake in Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) for 2027. You will work closely with the Audit Engagement Manager in the UK, supporting planning, fieldwork, and execution across a varied client portfolio.

Ideal candidates are newly qualified CA(SA) or eligible, with under 1 year post-articles experience and full IFRS audit exposure. Strong English, stress management, and team collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Newly qualified CA(SA) registered or eligible to register with SAICA.
• Less than 1-year post-articles experience.
• Full IFRS practical audit experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist Audit Engagement Manager in planning and executing audit fieldwork.
• Contribute to timely completion of audits and adherence to deadlines.
• Provide hands-on audit support and exposure to a dynamic client portfolio.
• Collaborate with UK-based manager/partner and maintain frequent progress updates.

Skills

IFRS audit experience

English communication

Stress management

Deadline-driven

Team player

Supervisory experience

Education

CA(SA) registration or eligibility

Job description

BDO Wave_Audit Assistant Manager_2027 Intake (Gqeberha) (Port Elizabeth)

2026/08/27

Reference Number

BDOWAVE-27AMGR40-GQ-30MAR26-MM

Description

If you've recently completed your articles, this is your opportunity to take the next step. As a Junior Associate, you'll work closely with the Audit Engagement Manager in the UK, contributing to the planning and execution of audit fieldwork. You'll play a key role in ensuring audits are completed efficiently and within deadlines, gaining hands-on experience and exposure to a dynamic client portfolio.

Requirements

Education & Skills

• Newly qualified CA(SA) registered or eligible to register with SAICA
• Less than 1-year post-articles experience
• Full IFRS practical audit experience

Preferred requirements:

• Ability to handle and manage stress
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and work well under pressure
• Excellent command of English, both written and spoken
• Excellent interpersonal skills for internal and external stakeholder relationship management
• Flexible in terms of working hours when required
• Supervisory experience
• Must be able to work on your own
• Quality and detail oriented
• Team player
• Completion of execution on sections
• Completion of analytical reviews on an overall entity basis as well as on specific sections
• Completion of planning and finalisation
• Manages time and is held accountable for productivity
• Provides frequent progress updates to the UK manager or partner
• Regular online and in-person training is required to ensure compliance