Senior Audit Manager

PwC South Africa; Durban; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Senior Audit Manager to lead diverse audit teams and manage client portfolios. In this dynamic role, you will leverage your expertise to build trust and foster strong client relationships while overseeing audit processes and staff development. Join a global community of solvers dedicated to addressing important challenges with a focus on innovation and integrity. This position offers a unique opportunity to grow your career in a supportive environment that values your skills and contributions. If you're ready to take on new challenges and make a significant impact, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years as an Audit Manager/Senior Manager in an external audit firm.
• Must be a SAICA Assessor or willing to register.

Responsibilities

• Manage client portfolios and audit teams, ensuring sound relationships.
• Contribute to staff development and business growth.

Skills

Leadership Skills

IFRS Experience

Analytical Skills

Client Relationship Management

Organizational Skills

Computer Literacy

Marketing Services

Proactive Problem Solving

Education

Qualified Chartered Accountant

Tools

PwC Software

Job description

Role Summary: Senior Audit Manager

We believe that challenges are better solved together. That's why you'll join a diverse, global community of solvers - an unexpected mix of people that come together to build trust in society and solve important problems. In a place where you are encouraged to lead with your heart and values. And where your unique skills are developed and put to work in unexpected and exciting ways, superpowered by technology.

Qualifications / Certifications required:

Qualified Chartered Accountant

Experience required:

5 years + relevant experience as an Audit Manager/ Senior Manager in an external audit firm

Responsibilities of role:

To manage client portfolios, maintain sound client relationships and manage audit teams, including the coaching and development of staff in the Assurance division.

• Manage a portfolio of clients in respect of attest
• Manage special projects
• Develop our practice by targeting new clients
• Risk management
• Monitors costs against budgets
• Contribute to office management team
• Contribute to development of staff
• Business development and client relationship building
• Manage Work in Progress and Debtors
• Staff management and appraisals
• Report writing
• Compliance with PwC audit Methodology
• Must be a SAICA Assessor, or willing to be registered as one if not already.

Skill sets required:

• Specialist industry knowledge
• IFRS experience
• Display sound leadership skills
• Computer literate with all PwC’s software
• The ability to market our services and to establish contacts in the marketplace
• Ability to work with and easily converse with all levels of management
• Strong Intellectual curiosity and general skepticism
• Pro-active, able to take responsibility and multi-task
• Ability to work both as part of a team as well as independently
• Good organisational skills, methodical and analytical approach
• Able to prioritise work, work efficiently and accurately under pressure
• Maintains high level of professionalism
• Solution driven

Independence requirements to be taken into consideration:

As required by PwC policy