Audit Senior Manager Job in Kisumu Kenya

Audit Senior Manager, Audit Manager

Location: Kisumu, Kenya

Employment Type: Full Time

Job Reference: ASM-06-11

The Company

We are a fast growing, high quality, professional audit & advisory firm, located in Kisumu, Kenya. In line with our rapid expansion, we are looking for candidates who are committed and responsible to join us in our audit team. We are meritocratic firm, committed to train our staff and encourage sharing of knowledge among Staff & Partners.

Job Description

The role reports to the Partners/Directors and supervises Audit Seniors/Consultants on various assignments at any one time. The applicant should be ready to lead assignments and will take a lead role in the firm’s business development initiatives. The role will provide excellent career progression for the right person.

Responsibilities

Team Leading

Planning, leading, managing and supervising execution of external audit and other accounting / advisory engagements Assisting with the setting of budgets, pricing and deadlines and ensuring that audit and other assignments are completed within these limitsReviewing audit / accounting / advisory work and finally signing-off on delivery reportsRegular meetings with clients to obtain updates on their business, discussing issues and presenting audit findingsInteracting directly with Partners on matters related to client and engagement managementSetting objectives (goal-setting) with the audit team, providing support and coaching for more junior staff, and giving them constructive feedback on their performanceTraining, coaching and developing Staff and Senior accountants for advancementEnsuring quality audit work and client serviceCommunicating with clients as well as the internal accounting and audit departments of clients to ensure delivery of exceptional client serviceEstablishing client relationships, anticipating client needs, responding their queries, being alert to both commercial concerns and technical accuracyEnsuring the set project recovery levels are met, audit fees are billed and collected on timeAssist with strengthening existing client relationships and developing new business opportunities by participating in sales meetings and working on proposalsQualified accountant (ACCA, CPA, ACA) with at least 4 years audit experience with a reputable audit firm, of which 2 years are in managerial capacityStrong business awareness and an ability to identify audit issues arising from transactionsStrong leadership and business development skills and integrity within a professional environmentTechnically good knowledge of modern auditing methodologies, ISAs and IFRSsGood working knowledge of Kenyan tax lawsExcellent supervision, communication and ICT skills (especially knowledge of VT, Quickbooks)An additional qualification in ICT will be advantageousStrong written and verbal communication skills in EnglishTeam player, with the ability to multi-task, be flexible and work under pressureSocially confident with good diplomacy and organisation skillsSelf starter with good analytical skills and a proactive approach to problem solvingDedicated and hard-workingHow to apply

Send your application to: recruitksm@gmail.com

Your application should include a cover letter indicating your desire to work with us, a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees.

Applications that do not contain current salary will not be considered.