Management Level

Manager

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in audit and assurance focus on providing independent and objective assessments of financial statements, internal controls, and other assurable information enhancing the credibility and reliability of this information with a variety of stakeholders. They evaluate compliance with regulations including assessing governance and risk management processes and related controls.

In financial statement audit at PwC, you will focus on obtaining reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements as a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor’s report that includes the auditor’s opinion.

Enhancing your leadership style, you motivate, develop and inspire others to deliver quality. You are responsible for coaching, leveraging team member’s unique strengths, and managing performance to deliver on client expectations. With your growing knowledge of how business works, you play an important role in identifying opportunities that contribute to the success of our Firm. You are expected to lead with integrity and authenticity, articulating our purpose and values in a meaningful way. You embrace technology and innovation to enhance your delivery and encourage others to do the same.

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

Analyse and identify the linkages and interactions between the component parts of an entire system.Take ownership of projects, ensuring their successful planning, budgeting, execution, and completion.Partner with team leadership to ensure collective ownership of quality, timelines, and deliverables.Develop skills outside your comfort zone, and encourage others to do the same.Effectively mentor others.Use the review of work as an opportunity to deepen the expertise of team members.Address conflicts or issues, engaging in difficult conversations with clients, team members and other stakeholders, escalating where appropriate.Uphold and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

Role Summary:

The Private division is looking for an Audit Manager with a strong auditing and review background. The ideal candidate will need to have experience on Small to Large Clients.
 

As a Manager, you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. You will manage a portfolio of clients and manage the relevant staff on these assignments.

 

Qualifications / Certifications required:

CA (SA)

Experience required:

24 months or more post article experience.

Must have a thorough understanding and working experience in auditing, reviews and accounting (IFRS and IFRS for SMEs)

Responsibilities of role:

Manage portfolio of clients

Manage and review work of staff

Relationship building with clients and staff

Planning of work and staff allocations

Coaching and training of staff

Performance appraisals of staff

Monitor cost and drive efficiencies

Compliance with PwC audit methodology and ensure quality

Proposals for new work

Comply with and drive risk management

Compliance with audit methodology

Report writing

Invoice clients for work done

Collection of outstanding debtors

Other administrative functions

Skill sets Required 

Self-starter and motivated

Display sound leadership skills

Ability to manage multiple activities, with a strong ability to prioritize tasks 

High attention to detail and problem solving skills

Logical reasoning and analytical ability

Ability to build and sustain relationships

Sound administration skills

Good communication skills

Strong interpersonal and management skills

Analytic and solution driven

Pro – active and committed to delivery

Excellent time management skills

Fluent in English and Afrikaans

Sound knowledge of AURA, MS Word and Excel

Must have excellent technical knowledge and experience in Auditing, Reviews, Accounting (IFRS and IFRS for SME)

Must be able to work overtime when necessary

Valid driver's license and own transportation. 

Travel Requirements

Up to 20%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Job Posting End Date

January 2, 2025