Senior Manager : Audit Training

Bdo South Africa; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the financial services sector seeks a Training Facilitator to deliver high-quality training programs on accounting, auditing, and related skills. The role involves content design, stakeholder engagement, and managing regional training initiatives while ensuring alignment with compliance standards. Ideal candidates should possess strong skills in facilitation, coaching, and content development, alongside relevant qualifications in accounting.

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering training in accounting and auditing.
• Ability to design course content based on learning needs.
• Proficient in managing and updating training systems.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality accounting and audit training courses.
• Design and update course content according to standards.
• Engage with stakeholders for training feedback and improvements.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder Engagement

Training Delivery

Coaching

Content Design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Professional certification in training or facilitation

Tools

Learner Management System

Job description

Reporting to the Head of Training and the Head of Audit, you will be responsible for:

1. Delivering high-quality accounting, audit, and power skills training courses, either online, face-to-face, or through coaching in the field.
2. Designing course content based on needs assessments, addressing all four learning styles.
3. Updating course content to incorporate changes in accounting standards, auditing standards, legislation, audit methodology, and quality findings.
4. Presenting during focus group sessions to update content.
5. Engaging with stakeholders for input into the content.
6. Addressing trainee queries related to audit methodology during training sessions and on an ad-hoc basis outside of training, including coaching at clients.
7. Facilitating the training feedback process and providing post-course support.
8. Building and maintaining strong relationships with audit staff to meet their needs and expectations.
9. Improving systems, processes, and procedures for the department.
10. Delivering training and assessing residual competencies.
11. Traveling regionally and within Africa as required.
12. Managing training coordination, including maintaining the training calendar and manual.
13. Assisting with the maintenance and digitalization of the Learner Management System and courses, including eLearning creation and updates.
14. Preparing and reviewing communications and reports for stakeholders.
15. Managing administrative responsibilities related to the training department.
16. Managing 1-2 audit clients at a senior manager level to stay practical and aligned with training objectives.