Senior Auditor

The Legends Agency; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic international firm is seeking a Senior Auditor with expertise in AIM-listed audits and UK regulatory standards. This role, based in South Africa, requires strong knowledge of IFRS and ISA standards. Candidates should have experience working with UK clients and excellent communication skills. The position offers the flexibility of remote/hybrid work with a competitive salary of R65,000 per month.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in auditing AIM-listed companies.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS, and ISA auditing standards.
• Experience working with UK clients and deep understanding of UK financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage AIM-listed audit engagements.
• Review and assess financial statements and internal controls.
• Oversee audit planning, execution, and ensure quality.

Skills

AIM-listed audits

UK regulatory standards

IFRS knowledge

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA(SA), ACCA, ACA, or equivalent)

Tools

Audit software

Data analytics tools

Job description

Job Title: Senior Auditor (AIM-Listed Audits UK Experience)

Location: Cape Town (Remote/Hybrid)

Salary: R65,000 per month

Working Hours: 9:00 AM 5:00 PM (UK Time)

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Auditor with a strong background in AIM-listed audits and UK regulatory standards to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be based in South Africa and have extensive knowledge of UK auditing frameworks, IFRS, and ISA standards. This role provides an exciting opportunity to work with high-profile clients in the UK while being part of a growing international firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage AIM-listed audit engagements, ensuring compliance with UK regulations, IFRS, and ISA standards.
• Review and assess financial statements, internal controls, and risk management processes.
• Oversee audit planning, execution, and completion, ensuring quality and efficiency.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior auditors, reviewing their work for accuracy and compliance.
• Liaise with UK-based clients, audit committees, and key stakeholders to ensure clear communication and issue resolution.
• Stay up to date with changes in UK auditing regulations, FRC guidelines, and AIM listing rules.
• Prepare detailed audit reports and provide recommendations for process improvements.

Requirements

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA(SA), ACCA, ACA, or equivalent).
• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in auditing AIM-listed companies.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS, and ISA auditing standards.
• Experience working with UK clients and a deep understanding of the UK financial reporting environment.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while coordinating with international teams.
• Experience with audit software and data analytics tools is an advantage.