Senior Auditor

Job Title: Senior Auditor
Department: Audit
Reports To: Audit Manager / Audit Partner

Job Purpose
To plan, lead, and perform audit assignments, ensuring that audits are completed on time, comply with professional standards, and provide clients with high-quality assurance and advisory services.

·       Plan and coordinate audit assignments from start to completion.

·       Lead audit fieldwork and supervise audit assistants and junior auditors.

·       Review accounting records, financial statements, and supporting documents.

·       Identify financial risks, internal control weaknesses, and areas for improvement.

·       Prepare audit working papers and ensure they meet professional standards.

·       Draft audit reports and management letters with clear findings and recommendations.

·       Discuss audit findings with clients and provide practical solutions.

·       Ensure compliance with auditing standards, accounting standards, and applicable laws and regulations.

·       Monitor audit budgets and timelines to ensure assignments are completed efficiently.

·       Mentor, coach, and support junior audit staff.

·       Build and maintain strong professional relationships with clients.

·       Assist in business development by identifying opportunities for additional services.

• Perform any other duties assigned by the Audit Manager or Partner

·       Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

·       CPA(K), ACCA, or equivalent professional qualification (completed or at an advanced stage).

·       Membership with ICPAK is an added advantage.

·       Minimum of 4–6 years' experience in external auditing, preferably in a public accounting or audit firm.

Knowledge and Skills

·       Strong understanding of International Standards on Auditing (ISA).

·       Good knowledge of IFRS and applicable tax laws.

·       Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

·       Strong report writing and documentation skills.

·       Good communication and interpersonal skills.

·       Leadership and team supervision skills.

·       High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

·       Good planning, organization, and time management skills.

·       Proficiency in Microsoft Office and audit software.