Audit Manager

Key responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of audit engagements, from planning through completion and reporting.
• Ensure audits comply with International Standards on Auditing, applicable financial reporting standards and the firm's quality management policies.
• Review audit working papers and financial statements, resolve technical issues and communicate significant findings to the engagement partner.
• Supervise, coach and develop audit staff, providing timely feedback on performance.
• Coordinate with clients, component auditors and other stakeholders to meet engagement deadlines.
• Manage engagement budgets, staffing and work allocation.
• Identify opportunities to improve audit quality and efficiency.
• Support client proposals and business development activities.

Requirements

• Degree in Accountancy or a recognised professional qualification, such as CPA or equivalent.
• At least five years of external audit experience, including experience supervising teams and managing engagements.
• Strong knowledge of International Standards on Auditing and International Financial Reporting Standards.
• Strong analytical, communication and client management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and deliver quality work within deadlines.
• Experience with group audits and consolidation is an advantage.
• Prior experience with a Big Four firm is a plus.