Manager - Assurance (Windhoek, Namibia)
Ernst & Young - Windhoek, namibia
2 months ago
As part of our External Audit team, youll experience ongoing professional development through diverse experiences, world-class learning and individually tailored coaching. Thats how we develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders, and in so doing, play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.
Sound interesting?
Well, this is just the beginning. Because whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.
Client Rresponsibilities
- Implement leading data and analytics-based audit tools and approaches in the execution of audits
- Manage engagement economics and communicate significant issues to the Engagement Manager and Engagement Partners, as well as clients
- Understand our service offerings and actively identify opportunities to better serve clients
- Manage client expectations
- Managing audit teams, including in managing and coordinating audit engagements, setting engagement strategy, its execution and conclusion on financial statements.
- Manage audit engagements, manage risk and apply professional scepticism
- Apply risk management policies and procedures on engagements with an understanding of global and local independence rules
- Assist Partners with generating new business opportunities and building client networks and relationships
- Enhance EYs brand positioning through strong external relationships across a network of existing and future clients
- Building, fostering and maintaining client relationships
- Provide strategic and relevant insight, connectedness and responsiveness to all clients
Qualifications and Experience
- Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA(Nam)) or ACCA member.
- Thorough knowledge of current auditing techniques
- Experience of the entire audit process
- Compliance with regulatory requirements
- Expreince within a blue-chip audit form would be advantagous
- 3 to 5 years post articles Audit experience
Technical skills requirements
- Minimum five years of relevant work experience preferred
- Strong understanding of IFRS, including IFRS 9 and IFRS 7
- Detailed understanding of risk-based auditing and risk and control strategies
- Understanding of Quality & Risk Management (Q&RM) procedures
- Compliance with and understanding of regulatory requirements
The ideal candidate
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Strong networking and communication skills. We're looking for someone who's comfortable reaching out and connecting with others, fostering positive relationships both within the team and externally.
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We require a person who practices complete honesty in their actions and communications. Your ability to uphold the highest standards of personal and professional integrity is crucial to this role.
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We value employees with a strong sense of ethics. We need someone who can make the right decisions, not just for the company, but for society as a whole.
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Superior interpersonal skills are a must. You should be comfortable working within a team, as well as interacting with clients. The ability to sensitively navigate and handle conflicts while maintaining strong relationships is also crucial.
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The ideal candidate must be sharp, analytical, and quick to grasp complex concepts. You should have an innate curiosity and a drive to continuously learn and grow, always staying abreast of industry news and trends.