Junior Audit Manager
KZN
Our client, a well-established audit and advisory firm in Hillcrest, Durban, is seeking a qualified and ambitious Junior Audit Manager to join its leadership team. This role is ideal for a newly qualified CA(SA) with strong external audit and taxation experience who is looking to take the next step into a management position.
Key Responsibilities
Audit & Assurance
- Plan, execute, review, and finalise audit engagements. Attend client and engagement planning meetings for high-risk engagements.
- Perform quality control reviews on audit files.
- Attend final Annual Financial Statement meetings.
- Conduct technical research and provide guidance on complex audit matters.
- Ensure compliance with auditing standards, regulatory requirements, and firm methodologies.
Taxation
- Review and complete various tax returns.
- Manage SARS audits, verification requests, objections, and tax queries.
- Prepare provisional tax calculations for management approval.
Leadership & Staff Development
- Supervise and mentor Audit Supervisors.
- Drive a high-performance culture within the audit department.
- Provide ongoing coaching, training, and technical development to audit staff.
- Review and approve Audit Supervisors’ timesheets on a weekly basis.
Client Service
- Build and maintain strong client relationships.
- Liaise with clients on technical, audit, and taxation matters.
- Provide practical solutions and technical recommendations.
Minimum Requirements
- Chartered Accountant [CA(SA)] designation.
- 2 to 3 years’ post-articles experience.
- Strong external auditing experience.
- Strong taxation experience.
Apply online or email CVs to uvashna@proappoint.co.za
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

