Job Description

Closing Date 2025/12/31
Reference Number MSA250210-1
Job Title Audit Manager
Job Type Permanent
Department Audit
Number of Positions 1
Location - Town / City Pietermaritzburg
Location - Province KwaZulu-Natal
Location - Country South Africa
Minimum Education Level Postgraduate Diploma
Job Category Accounting
Job Advert SummaryMoore Midlands is looking for a Manager in their Audit Division. Successful candidates will need to manage the operation of our System of Quality Management (SoQM) based on International Standard of Quality Management (ISQM1). ISQM1is a global standard that requires audit firms to identify and respond to quality risks as part of a firmwide system of quality management.The role requires high standards in terms of service quality, technical competence and needs a confident, effective individual who can communicate across a diverse team. The successful candidate will also be responsible for building strong client relationships.Candidates will need to deliver on standard role-related administrative tasks and strict statutory requirements.Moore delivers expert audit, assurance, tax, accounting and consulting services to clients in almost every sector, including listed companies. The network has 15 independent member firms across South Africa and is part of one of the largest global networks of firms in the world, Moore International.
Minimum RequirementsLike everyone else, were looking for proactive, self-motivated team players. Thats a given. But were also looking for confident all-rounders with an interest in nurturing and coaching young talent and developing business relationships. Successful candidates will be able to operate and lead effectively in a busy team, juggling multiple assignments, deadlines and competing priorities. Your high standard of ethics, integrity and values will also set you apart.Requirements:Strong analytical and communication skillsQualified or eligible to register as a CA(SA)Completion of SAICA Training contract Audit & Assurance electiveExcellent knowledge of the ISAsExcellent knowledge of auditing standards, IFRS and IFRS for SMEs.Working knowledge of SAICA, IRBA and other applicable Professional Codes of ConductKnowledge of IT systems including Microsoft Office and Caseware.Proficient in Caseware working papersHave played an active role in reviewing juniors work and providing on-the-job trainingStrong tax knowledgeStrong communication skills (written and spoken)1-year post articles experienceSound ethical values requiredTime management skillsInterpersonal skills and attention to detail
Duties and ResponsibilitiesYou support firm management by conducting risk assessment and overseeing the ongoing operation of controls. As a contact point for the firm, you will obtain an in-depth understanding of the firms SoQM processes and controls and interact with various departments and the global network.You will have the opportunity to shape processes in our growing team, and follow regular SoQM methodology training and reporting requirements of the Moore Network.

• Ensure the audit team complies with policies, audit approach, auditing standards and regulations and appropriately identify, address and mitigate client, engagement and audit risks
• Recommend internal audit controls for effective management
• Integrate best practices into the audit programs
• Lock down files on time
• Nurtures and guides team members and shares expertise and knowledge on an ongoing basis
• Formal internal training done as required
• Provide guidance to audit teams
• Acts as a role model and inspires others to embrace and live the values

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