JOB PURPOSE: To ensure the audits run effectively and efficientlyTo ensure audit is performed in terms of the standards (IFRS / IAS / ISA / Co's act)To manage the relationship with the client GENERAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Conducts assigned audit engagements successfully from beginning to endIdentifies and communicates issues raised, offering recommended solutions relevant to audit riskSupervises audit team assigned to engagements providing guidance and overall review of deliverablesEnsures audit conclusions are based on a complete understanding of the process, circumstances and riskDevelops audit programs and testing procedures relevant to risk and test objectives.Obtains and reviews evidence ensuring audit conclusions are well-documentedEnsures adherence at all times to all applicable company and professional standardsCommunicates assigned tasks to engagement team in a manner that is clear and concise ensuring high quality, accurate, and efficient results EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Qualified Chartered Accountant registered with SAICAA minimum of at least 4-6 years post article experienceCaseware knowledge advantageousTechnologically savy GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: Ability to apply audit and accounting standards through practical applicationProactive in researching business best practice concepts in order to apply as appropriateSolid listening skills and ability to identify gaps in logic – inquisitiveStrong organization and follow up skills including the ability to handle competing priorities and meet all deadlines and commitmentsReliabilityPossess an appropriate combination of technical expertise in fields such as accounting, auditing and taxAbility to flourish in a fast-paced and willing to adapt to changeDemonstrated ability to lead a small team and ensure successful resultsAbility to give and follow instructions accurately and efficiently; proactive in asking clarifying questions to ensure work effort is directed wholly toward desired outcomeGood communication skills along with good or developing negotiation skillsAbility to identify sensitive issues and facilitate communications in a proactive manner to avoid surprisesWillingness and ability to adapt to new circumstances, information, and challengesExecutes effective and thorough application of all accounting and audit standards within assigned responsibilityAbility and willingness to travel domesticallyDemonstrate a positive, can-do attitudeDIRECT REPORTS: Audit Managers & Junior Audit Managers;Audit Supervisors;Audit trainees