AUDIT MANAGER

Position Title

Audit Manager

Reports To

Audit Partner

Position Purpose

The Audit Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and completing audit engagements in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (ISA), and for overseeing the preparation of IFRS‑compliant financial statements. The role requires strong technical capability, effective team leadership, and the ability to communicate clearly and professionally with clients, regulators, and internal stakeholders. The Audit Manager ensures high‑quality deliverables, efficient workflow management, and contributes to the firm’s reputation for excellence, independence, and integrity.

Key Responsibilities

1. Audit Planning & Execution

• Lead the planning, risk assessment, and scoping of audit engagements in accordance with ISA.
• Develop audit strategies, timelines, and resource plans for multiple concurrent assignments.
• Review internal controls, identify key risks, and design appropriate audit procedures.
• Ensure all audit work is properly documented, cross‑referenced, and compliant with firm methodology and professional standards.
• Perform complex audit areas including revenue, financial instruments, estimates, provisions, and consolidations.

2. Financial Reporting (IFRS)

• Oversee the preparation and review of IFRS‑compliant financial statements, including notes and disclosures.
• Provide technical guidance on IFRS application, accounting treatments, and emerging standards.
• Review client trial balances, general ledgers, and supporting schedules for completeness and accuracy.
• Ensure financial statements meet regulatory, statutory, and industry‑specific reporting requirements.

3. Team Leadership & Staff Development

• Supervise a small team of senior auditors, associates, and trainees.
• Allocate work, monitor progress, and ensure timely completion of audit tasks.
• Provide on‑the‑job coaching, technical training, and performance feedback.
• Foster a culture of professionalism, accountability, and continuous improvement.

4. Client Relationship Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients during audit engagements.
• Communicate audit findings, issues, and recommendations clearly and diplomatically.
• Manage expectations, resolve issues promptly, and maintain strong professional relationships.
• Present audit reports, management letters, and financial statements to client management and boards.

5. Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Ensure all engagements comply with ISA, IFRS, the firm’s quality control policies, and ethical requirements.
• Review working papers, audit evidence, and conclusions for accuracy and sufficiency.
• Identify areas for process improvement and contribute to internal quality initiatives.
• Uphold independence, confidentiality, and professional scepticism at all times.

6. Reporting to the Audit Partner

• Provide regular updates on engagement status, risks, resource needs, and emerging issues.
• Prepare partner‑level summaries, audit completion reports, and technical analyses.
• Support the partner in client meetings, proposals, and business development activities.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Professional qualification (CPA, CA, ACCA or equivalent).
• Minimum 5–7 years of external audit experience, including supervisory responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of ISA, IFRS, and relevant regulatory frameworks.
• Experience managing multiple engagements and leading audit teams.

Key Competencies

• Strong technical accounting and auditing expertise.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of professional judgement and analytical ability.
• Ability to manage deadlines and competing priorities.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to quality, ethics, and continuous learning.

Personal Attributes

• Professional, confident, and client‑focused.
• Detail‑oriented with strong organisational skills.
• Demonstrates integrity, independence, and sound judgement.
• Proactive, adaptable, and solution‑oriented.

To Apply

To apply, email your CV and other relevant documentation to [email protected]. Please include the Job ID "#26833" in the email's subject to ensure your application is processed.