Senior Audit Manager — Lead Engagements & Teams

Shift Pursuit; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Shift Pursuit in Benoni, South Africa is seeking an experienced Audit Manager to lead a portfolio of audit engagements and guide staff to maintain high technical and professional standards.

The ideal candidate holds a CA(SA) or equivalent qualification, with proven audit experience and strong knowledge of IFRS for SMEs, ISA, and the Companies Act, enabling effective client deliverables and deadline-driven service.

Qualifications

• CA(SA) qualification or equivalent professional qualification.
• Proven audit experience within an accounting/audit firm.
• Experience managing audit engagements and client portfolios.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS for SMEs and ISA.
• Good understanding of the Companies Act and relevant professional requirements.
• Experience reviewing audit files and financial statements.
• Strong leadership and staff supervision skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational abilities.
• Strong communication and client relationship skills.
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage audit engagements from planning through to completion.
• Oversee and review audit files and working papers.
• Manage a portfolio of audit clients and ensure deadlines are met.
• Review financial statements and audit-related documentation.
• Apply IFRS for SMEs, ISA and relevant provisions of the Companies Act.
• Ensure audit work complies with applicable professional and regulatory requirements.
• Supervise, review and provide guidance to junior audit staff.
• Identify accounting and audit risks and ensure appropriate procedures are performed.
• Communicate with clients regarding audit requirements, findings and queries.
• Assist with resolving technical accounting and auditing matters.
• Monitor engagement progress, budgets and deadlines.
• Maintain high standards of quality and professional conduct.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationships

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication

Education

CA(SA) qualification

Tools

IFRS for SMEs

ISA

Companies Act knowledge

Job description

Shift Pursuit in Benoni, South Africa is seeking an experienced Audit Manager to lead a portfolio of audit engagements and guide staff to maintain high technical and professional standards.

The ideal candidate holds a CA(SA) or equivalent qualification, with proven audit experience and strong knowledge of IFRS for SMEs, ISA, and the Companies Act, enabling effective client deliverables and deadline-driven service.