Job offer: Audit Assurance Manager

Job Summary
We have an exciting opening for a dynamic individual to join the audit team as an Audit Assurance Manager for one of our clients from the audit assurance and advisory firm. This role’s holder will make sure that all audit assignments are discharged to the highest standards with the aim of offering exceptional value to clients and the firm; nurturing high-performing people and teams, leading and supporting them to create the positive impact that matters; as well as setting the trajectory to deliver remarkable client service.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Readily support the Partner on the delivery of selected audit engagements besides managing the execution of the approved deliverables

Take lead in the planning and review of audit engagements fitting to client companies, prepared by the team, with the aim of assessing whether the planned audits will gather adequate and correct evidence

Acquire satisfactory and fitting audit evidence, meet the relevant audit objectives as well as show how it relates to the rest of the audit, with the practical aim of demonstrating an understanding of basic auditing skills

Take charge of work in progress on engagements in addition to making sure billings are timely done and collections followed through

Document the outcomes of audit work, together with design and execution of controls, consistent with the requirements of firm's Audit Methodology, and where applicable, regulatory requirements, using applicable IT systems and tools

Leverage thorough understanding of audit and risk advisory services and stakeholder requirements to deliver top quality engagements

Spot out audit differences and concerns and escalate as applicable

Evaluate the adequacy and correctness of evidence and conclusions reached on an audit by reviewing the working papers of subordinates and take part in the assessment of issues raised in collaboration with the partner

Execute risk assessment procedures to provide a foundation for the identification and assessments of risk of material misstatement

Support in the preparation of proposals or tenders and presentations on request

Create innovative solutions on projects or engagements in partnership with team members to boost or renew service offerings to clients

Comply with regulatory requirements by completing sign off and relevant checklist procedures

Qualifications

At least a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university. A master’s degree will be an added advantage.

An NBAA recognized accounting qualification (CPA/ACCA)

Comprehensive understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards and International Auditing Standards

At least 5 years’ relevant experience, with 3 years or more in a managerial role, in external audit post-qualification with a highly reputable Auditing Firm within Tanzania/ East Africa

Expatriates from Kenya or other East African Countries are strongly encouraged to apply

Core Performance Areas

Delivery excellence

Business Technology Expertise

Analytical thinking and problem solving

Professional Competencies

Employ Professional and Ethical Standards

Take charge of project plans to enhance engagements

Employ correct use of tools, guidance and methodology

Assimilate engagement teams and take charge of referred work

Demonstrate expertise in risk evaluations and audit responses

Articulate sensible judgments and conclusions with the aim of delivering informative and timely results

Technical Competencies

Outstanding report writing skills

Brilliant strategic planning skills

Aptitude to work within a team setting

Exceptional verbal communication skills

Resilient judgment and decision-making skills

Demonstrated leadership and managerial skills

Decent information management, research ability and data analysis skills

Leadership & Behavioral Competencies

Interpret wider strategy into a convincing team vision and objectives; align teams and set priorities to accomplish goals

Be a role model, demonstrate and live our values, besides ability to appreciate others for their contribution

Develop high-performing individuals and teams via challenging and purposeful opportunities

Inspire clients, teams, and people positively; lead by example and create confident relationships with superiors

Deliver outstanding client service; maximize outcomes and drive high performance whereas nurturing teamwork across board