Audit Manager at Wells Accounting and Tax Services

Job Summary

• The Audit Manager oversees the planning, execution, and completion of audit engagements for clients across various industries.
• The role includes supervising audit teams, ensuring compliance with applicable standards, maintaining client relationships, and contributing to business development.
• The Audit Manager ensures high-quality audit delivery while managing deadlines, risks, and resources efficiently.

Key Responsibilities
Audit Planning & Execution:

• Lead the planning of audit engagements, including defining scope, timelines, and resource needs.
• Develop audit programs and procedures based on audit objectives and risk assessment.
• Review working papers, financial statements, and audit findings for accuracy and compliance with IFRS, GAAP, and relevant regulatory frameworks.
• Ensure timely completion of audit assignments in line with the firm’s quality and professional standards.

Team Leadership & Supervision:

• Supervise and mentor audit staff and senior auditors during fieldwork.
• Assign tasks, provide technical guidance, and review team output.
• Conduct performance evaluations and support staff capacity development.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performance team environment.

Client Relationship Management:

• Serve as the main point of contact for audit clients, providing timely updates and addressing issues proactively.
• Offer professional advice on accounting, tax compliance, and internal control matters identified during audits.
• Build strong, long-term relationships that support client retention and firm growth.

Quality Assurance & Compliance:

• Ensure audit engagements comply with professional standards, regulatory requirements, and internal policies.
• Maintain strong internal controls over the audit process to mitigate risks.
• Review and approve audit documentation and reports before partner sign-off.

Reporting & Documentation:

• Prepare high-quality audit reports, management letters, and recommendations for process improvements.
• Present audit findings to client management and advise on remediation strategies.

Business Development:

• Identify opportunities for additional services such as tax advisory, accounting support, or compliance reviews.
• Participate in proposal preparation and client pitches as required.

Qualifications & Requirements
Education & Certifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional certification such as ICAN, ACCA, CPA.

Experience:

• 4 - 6+ years of progressive audit experience in a public accounting or audit firm.
• Proven experience managing multiple audit engagements simultaneously.
• Experience with tax compliance and accounting services is an added advantage.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of IFRS, audit methodologies, and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• High attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
• Proficiency in audit software and accounting systems (e.g.,QuickBooks, Excel).