Audit Assistant Manager

Location: Lagos

Closing date: 10/11/2024

The Audit Assistant Manager is responsible for leading and managing audit engagements, the Assistant Manager works as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. This includes planning and executing the audit, reviewing financial statements, and providing recommendations to clients.

Unit

Audit

Job grade level

Mid-level management

Reports to

Manager

Supervises

Associates and senior associates

Job objectives

Key job responsibilities

Plan, conduct, and manage Audit and Risk Assurance engagements in accordance with the relevant accounting, auditing standards and/or instructions from other (group) audit teams.
Assist in risk and quality related activities, business development and other administrative activities of an assurance group.
Engage in coaching, training and other staff development activities.
Develop an understanding of the client’s business and industry to identify potential risks and opportunities.
Analyze financial statements and other data to ensure accuracy and compliance with applicable accounting standards.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree/Higher National Diploma in Accounting, Economics or Finance with not less than Second Class Upper division/Upper Credit

Membership

Student membership of ICAN or ACCA, CITN

Experience

5-7 years’ experience in statutory audit.

Desirable skills

Strong project management skills, ability to meet tight deadlines.
Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external parties, including overseas clients personnel and audit teams.
Strong team working skills, with experience in supervising and developing junior staff members.

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