Audit Director

Our client is seeking to recruit for Audit Director to lead the External Client Audit Team. The Audit Director will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of external audits for our diverse client base. This includes planning, executing and conducting audits in compliance with regulatory standards and firm policies. The Audit Director will also be responsible for signing off on completed audits, ensuring the highest standards of quality,accuracy and integrity are maintained.

Duties include: 

• Leading and managing the External Client Audit Team, providing strategic direction,mentoring and 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)
• Identifying key risk areas, determining audit scope and designing audit programs tailored to client-specific risks.
• Reviewing audit work papers and ensure 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.
• Presenting audit findings and recommendations to clients’ executive teams and audit committees.
• Reviewing and approving final audit reports, ensuring that they are accurate,complete and comply with professional standards.
• Signing off on audit opinions, attesting to the accuracy and fairness of the financial statements.
• Ensuring continuous improvement in audit quality through regular review and refinement of audit processes.
• 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

• The candidate must be a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in external auditing, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Experience in signing off on audits and issuing audit opinions.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and other relevant accounting standards.
• Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.

Education and Experience

• The candidate must be a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or a related field is required.
• Masters degree of MBA is preferred.

Job Reference: HQ806