Audit Supervisor Full Time

A premier financial services organization is seeking a highly capable and motivated professional to join its team as an Audit Supervisor in the dynamic Cape Town office. This crucial role involves taking ownership of the full audit engagement lifecycle, from detailed planning and meticulous execution to final reporting, all while ensuring stringent quality standards and budget adherence. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading, mentoring, and developing junior audit staff, fostering a culture of technical excellence and high performance. Join a leading firm dedicated to professional development and impactful client service, offering an exceptional opportunity to advance your career in one of South Africa’s most desirable business hubs.

Responsibilities:

• Plan the audit engagement.
• Support staff allocation and complete plans on prescribed templates according to agreed timeframes.
• Provide input to the audit strategy, plans, and budget.
• Execute the audit by performing tests on financial information and systems.
• Ensure audit work complies with standards, methodology, and procedures.
• Review audit files for accuracy and compliance.
• Draft audit queries and propose corrective measures to trainees.
• Draft financial statements in line with the applicable financial framework.
• Ensure audits are completed within agreed timescales and budgets.
• Monitor and analyse the audit engagement budget.
• Identify budget overruns, minimise them, and justify potential additional fees.
• Provide audit reporting by identifying issues for the management letter.
• Summarise findings and communicate initial findings to the client.
• Conduct efficient and professional communications with the client.
• Provide timely updates and reports on matters to managers/partners.
• Supervise audit teams and maintain efficiency and service standards.
• Provide on-the-job coaching and monitor productivity.
• Associated duties reasonably considered part of the job shall form part of the responsibilities.
• Temporary duties may also be allocated if required, provided they align with skills and experience.

Requirements:

• Must be a CA(SA).
• Minimum Com. in Accounting. A Certificate in the Theory of Accounting (CTA) is preferred.
• Completion of Articles is mandatory.
• Proficiency in Financial Accounting, Tax, Management Accounting, and Auditing.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook & Excel, and audit software like Caseware/Probe.
• Strong skills in Project Management, Budget Development & Control, and Data Analysis & Reporting are required.
• Own transport and a valid Driver’s License Code B is preferred.

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.

• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Apply for this role today, contact Adrienne Steyn at Hire Resolve on adrienne.steyn@hireresolve.us or on LinkedIn
• You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: financialcareers@hireresolve.za.com

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.