Audit Director

A reputable client of ours specialised in Financial and Corporate services is looking to onboard a highly experienced and seasoned Audit Director. The designated person will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of external audits for a diverse client base, and responsibilities are as follows:

Duties:

• Leading and managing the Audit Team, providing strategic direction, mentoring and assisting with professional development.
• Developing and implementing audit strategies that align with client needs and regulatory requirements.
• Ensuring all audits are conducted in a timely, efficient and effective manner.
• Overseeing the planning, coordination and execution of external audits, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations and standards (e.g. IFRS)
• Reviewing audit work papers and ensuring that audit findings are adequately documented and supported.
• Serving as the primary point of contact for external clients regarding audit-related matters.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, providing them with expert advice on financial reporting, risk management and internal controls.
• Reviewing and approving final audit reports, ensuring that they are accurate, complete and comply with professional standards.
• Presenting audit findings and recommendations to clients’ executive teams and audit committees.
• Signing off on audit assignments, attesting to the accuracy and fairness of the financial statements.
• Ensuring continuous improvement in audit quality through regular review and refinement of audit processes, also keeping up to date with changes in auditing standards, regulatory requirements and industry best practices
• Ensuring that all audits are conducted in accordance with professional standards and regulatory guidelines.
• Identifying and addressing any potential compliance issues or risks in audit engagements.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 + years' experience holding a similar senior position in external auditing.
• Experience in signing off on audits and issuing audit opinions.

Education and Experience

• Experience in signing off on audits and issuing audit opinions.

Benefits

• Health Insurance