Audit Manager

About the role

Our client, a leading accounting, tax and auditing firm in the Northern suburbs of Cape Town, is seeking an Audit Manager to join their dynamic team. This role is ideal for a technically strong, organised professional who enjoys leading audit engagements for a diverse client base while upholding high standards of quality and compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Manage audit and independent review engagements from planning through finalisation.
• Review audit files, working papers, annual financial statements and supporting documentation.
• Supervise and support audit trainees and junior staff.
• Ensure engagements are completed within budget, deadlines and professional standards.
• Liaise directly with clients, directors and senior management.
• Identify audit risks, technical issues and file deficiencies in a timely manner.
• Assist with audit planning, resource allocation and staff development.
• Monitor progress on assignments and resolve bottlenecks.
• Maintain compliance with firm methodology, quality control requirements and professional standards.
• Collaborate closely with the Head of Audit and broader management team.

Required profile

• Relevant degree and completed SAICA articles.
• Post‑articles audit experience in an audit‑firm environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of auditing, accounting and financial reporting standards.
• Proven experience managing audit teams and reviewing audit files.
• Professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Fluent in Afrikaans and English.
• Based in the Western Cape.

Required skills

• CaseWare (advantageous).
• Xero (advantageous).
• Experience with cloud accounting systems (advantageous).

What we offer

• Salary range R 35 000 – R 50 000 per month, dependent on experience and capability.