The Manager – Audit and Assurance reports to Director Consultancy and is responsible for leading audit engagements and teams, providing high-quality audit services to clients. The role is responsible for planning and executing audit projects, supervising staff, and delivering insights that address clients’ complex business requirements. This is a senior management role that plays a critical role in delivering high-quality audit and assurance services, driving business growth, and maintaining the firm’s reputation for excellence.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

AREA 1: Audit & Assurance

› Lead audit teams in planning, executing, and reporting on audits.

› Manage client relationships, expectations, and deliverables.

› Develop and implement audit strategies, plans, and procedures.

› Conduct risk assessments and identify areas for audit focus.

› Evaluate financial statements, records, and systems.

› Identify and report on audit findings, recommendations, and action plans.

› Collaborate with other services lines (e.g., Tax, Advisory) to provide integrated solutions.

› Develop and coach staff, providing guidance and feedback.

› Stay up-to-date with industry trends, regulations, and auditing standards.

› Manage project budgets, timelines, and resource allocation.

AREA 2: Financial Statements Compilation

› Lead the preparation and review of financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, cash flow statement, etc.).

› Ensure compliance with accounting standards (IFRS), regulatory requirements, and company policies.

› Supervise and mentor team members, providing guidance on accounting principles and financial reporting.

› Review and analyze financial data, identifying errors or discrepancies.

› Collaborate with client’s staff to obtain necessary information.

› Ensure timely delivery of financial statements to clients, management, audit committees, and other external parties.

› Develop and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and quality.

› Stay up-to-date with changes in accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and industry trends.

AREA 3: Business Acquisition

› Identify business opportunities and support the Director Consultancy in responding to RFPs

AREA 4: Stakeholder Management

› Foster organizational culture that is customer-oriented and value driven aligned to BGS’s shared values;

› Coordinate with Customer Service Manager and other stakeholders to ensure excellent customer service to clients; and

› Effectively communicate with stakeholders and keeping the Director Consultancy informed on all important consultancy matters.

Other Specific Responsibilities

› Other specific responsibilities shall be assigned by the Director Consultancy from time to time depending on business requirements and priorities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED TO UNDERTAKE THIS ROLE

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience:

› Grade 12 certificate
› University Degree, ACCA, CIMA, CA
› Membership with ZICA
› Minimum of 6 years of experience in finance; 3 of which at supervisory level.
› Audit experience

Other Requirements:

Leadership Competencies:

› Leadership and team leading skills
› Strategic planning
› Building relationships
› Governance, risk and control

Core Competencies

› Budgeting and variance analysis
› Financial modelling and planning
› Strategic planning skills
› Strong analytical skills
› Quality management systems and risk and control skills
› Communicating with impact

Functional competencies

› Conceptual thinking
› Job knowledge and information sharing
› Strong analytical skills
› Attention to detail

Work Complexities and Additional Requirements

1. Ability to work long hours, over and above 40 hours per week, to deliver assignments within tight deadlines
2. Demonstrate ability to have critical technical or professional knowledge/skills related to the role.