Job Description
Job Summary
- The Audit Manager oversees the planning, execution, and completion of audit engagements for clients across various industries.
- The role includes supervising audit teams, ensuring compliance with applicable standards, maintaining client relationships, and contributing to business development.
- The Audit Manager ensures high-quality audit delivery while managing deadlines, risks, and resources efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
Audit Planning & Execution:
- Lead the planning of audit engagements, including defining scope, timelines, and resource needs.
- Develop audit programs and procedures based on audit objectives and risk assessment.
- Review working papers, financial statements, and audit findings for accuracy and compliance with IFRS, GAAP, and relevant regulatory frameworks.
- Ensure timely completion of audit assignments in line with the firm’s quality and professional standards.
Team Leadership & Supervision:
- Supervise and mentor audit staff and senior auditors during fieldwork.
- Assign tasks, provide technical guidance, and review team output.
- Conduct performance evaluations and support staff capacity development.
- Foster a collaborative and high-performance team environment.
Client Relationship Management:
- Serve as the main point of contact for audit clients, providing timely updates and addressing issues proactively.
- Offer professional advice on accounting, tax compliance, and internal control matters identified during audits.
- Build strong, long-term relationships that support client retention and firm growth.
Quality Assurance & Compliance:
- Ensure audit engagements comply with professional standards, regulatory requirements, and internal policies.
- Maintain strong internal controls over the audit process to mitigate risks.
- Review and approve audit documentation and reports before partner sign-off.
Reporting & Documentation:
- Prepare high-quality audit reports, management letters, and recommendations for process improvements.
- Present audit findings to client management and advise on remediation strategies.
Business Development:
- Identify opportunities for additional services such as tax advisory, accounting support, or compliance reviews.
- Participate in proposal preparation and client pitches as required.
Qualifications & Requirements
Education & Certifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Professional certification such as ICAN, ACCA, CPA.
Experience:
- 4 - 6+ years of progressive audit experience in a public accounting or audit firm.
- Proven experience managing multiple audit engagements simultaneously.
- Experience with tax compliance and accounting services is an added advantage.
Skills & Competencies:
- Strong knowledge of IFRS, audit methodologies, and regulatory requirements.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- High attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
- Proficiency in audit software and accounting systems (e.g.,QuickBooks, Excel).