Manager - Audit at Deloitte Consulting

Main purpose of the job

The holder of this position will ensure that all audit assignments are carried out to the highest standards in order to provide outstanding value to clients and the Firm; develop high-performing people and teams, leading and supporting them to make an impact that matters; and setting the direction to deliver exceptional client service.

What you will do

• Support the Partner on delivery of designated engagements and managing the implementation of the agreed deliverables;
• Manage work in progress on engagements and ensures billings are timeously done and collections followed up;
• Leverage a deep understanding of audit services and stakeholder needs to deliver high quality engagements;
• Manage engagement budgets through accurate budgeting, cost control and profitability management;
• Perform risk assessment procedures to provide a basis for the identification and assessments of risk of material misstatement;
• Assist in the preparation of proposals/tenders and presentations on request; and
• Generate innovative solutions on projects / engagements in collaboration with team members to enhance / renew service offerings to clients.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
• A recognized accounting qualification such CPA/ACCA or equivalent.
• Thorough knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards and International Auditing Standards.
• At least 6 years’ experience post-qualification with an internationally recognised Auditing Firm.
• Master’s degree will be an added advantage.

Behavioural competencies

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Effective interpersonal and relationship building skills.
• Good mentorship and coaching ability with desire to develop self and others.
• Adaptable, managing change and ambiguity with ease.
• Sound problem solving ability.

Technical Competencies

• Expert in field with sound industry and business knowledge.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Proven ability to manage and execute projects.
• Experience in developing and presenting client proposals.
• Excellent report writing skills.
• Sound business acumen.
• Negotiation skills.
• Focus on quality and risk.