Senior Auditor

Snatch | Accounting & Finance Headhunters; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 585,000 - 715,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international firm seeks a Senior Auditor in Cape Town, South Africa, to lead audits for UK clients across various sectors. The role requires a qualified CA(SA), strong communication skills, and experience in audit management. Offering a competitive CTC of R650,000 per year. This is a full-time position in the accounting industry.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading audits from start to finish.
• Exposure to a wide range of audit clients is a requirement.
• UK GAAP experience beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead audits from planning through to completion, including drafting financial statements.
• Manage and supervise a small team of junior staff.
• Communicate regularly with managers and partners.

Skills

Qualified CA(SA)

Strong technical and analytical ability

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Proficiency in Microsoft Word

Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook

Ability to manage teams

Work under pressure

Education

Completed SAICA articles and board exams

Job description

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Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

About the Company

A leading international firm of chartered accountants and tax advisors, with a strong presence in both the UK and South Africa, is looking for an Audit Senior to join their team in Cape Town.

The firm provides audit, accounting, and advisory services to a diverse range of clients. This role involves leading audits for UK-based clients across sectors such as Creative, Media & Technology, and Financial Services.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead audits from planning through to completion, including drafting financial statements and management letters.
• Manage and supervise a small team of junior staff, ensuring effective delegation and review of work.
• Communicate regularly with managers and partners, providing recommendations to improve client systems and controls.
• Stay current with audit and accounting standards and maintain professional CPD.
• Provide technical support and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• This is a client-facing role that requires strong teamwork, proactive communication, and flexibility to meet deadlines across time zones.

Requirements

• Qualified CA(SA)
• Completed SAICA articles and board exams.
• Proven experience leading audits from start to finish.
• Exposure to a wide range of audit clients is a requirement.
• Strong technical and analytical ability.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to manage teams, work under pressure, and meet deadlines.
• UK GAAP experience beneficial.
• R650,000 CTC / year.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing

Industries

Accounting