Experienced Manager - Audit And Assurance Reporting

Acca Careers; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading audit firm in South Africa is seeking a qualified CA to provide technical assurance and audit reporting services. The role involves research, training, and compliance reviews related to international auditing standards. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical skills, effective communication abilities, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This opportunity offers a dynamic work environment requiring independent and collaborative capabilities.

Qualifications

• Good writing skills essential for reporting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assurance and audit reporting services.
• Research and answer audit queries according to standards.
• Assist in preparing and presenting training on auditing standards.

Skills

Good writing skills

Analytical skills

Strong problem-solving

Proficiency in Microsoft Word

Proficiency in Excel

Proficiency in PowerPoint

Education

Qualified CA

Job description

Purpose of the Position

To primarily provide technical assurance and audit reporting services, assistance, and training to KPMG partners and staff (audit, tax, and advisory) across the Africa region, supporting the rest of the audit and assurance team.

Responsibilities

• Researching and answering assurance, audit, and review reporting queries for KPMG staff and clients in accordance with International Standards of Auditing (ISA's), ISAE, ISRE, the International Standards Reporting Manual (ISRM), locally issued South African Auditing Practice Standards (SAAPS), and JSE reporting guide.
• Reviewing reports submitted to DPP by engagement teams and liaising with the teams on these reports.
• Assisting with the preparation and presentation of accounting updates and training on ISA's, ISRM, and SAAPS for KPMG partners, staff, and clients across the African region.
• Staying up to date with developments in local standards and ISA's through internal research and involvement in local topic teams.
• Assisting with monthly compliance reviews to ensure training effectiveness.

Qualifications & Experience

Qualified CA skills and attributes.

Person Specification

• Good writing skills.
• Keen interest in researching and addressing reporting-related issues.
• Good working knowledge of ISA, ISAE, ISRE, ISRM, SAAPS, and JSE guide.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Ambition to contribute to building a successful and profitable department.
• Proactive and works well under pressure.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Able to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills (including writing).
• Effective in dealing with individuals at all levels within and outside KPMG.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.