External Audit Supervisor

RAiN Chartered Accountants Inc. | Mossel Bay (On-site) | Full-time

ROLE OVERVIEW

This is a supervisor-capacity, multi-functional role overseeing the Mossel Bay client portfolio (HOAs, body corporates, trusts and related entities), and contributing to private sector audit engagements as supervisor or executor. The incumbent is expected to operate with a high degree of autonomy, technical competence, and client-facing professionalism across all three functions.

1. ACCOUNTING, & COMPLIANCE

  • Prepare, review, Financial Statements (AFS) in accordance with applicable financial reporting frameworks (IFRS for SMEs, IFRS, GRAP or compilation basis as applicable).
  • Review junior staff work product and provide technical guidance and on-the-job coaching.
2. MOSSEL BAY CLIENT PORTFOLIO — HOAs, BODY CORPORATES & TRUSTS
  • Act as supervisor and point of contact for the Mossel Bay and Head Office on homeowners' associations (HOAs), body corporates, trusts, and smaller audit and accounting clients.
  • Oversee preparation and review of financials, levy schedules, trustee reports, and compliance documentation specific to sectional title and community scheme requirements.
  • Ensure compliance with the Community Schemes Ombud Service (CSOS) requirements and related legislation applicable to body corporates and HOAs.
  • Manage trust accounting in compliance with applicable legislation and professional standards, including accurate record-keeping and beneficiary reporting.
  • Ensure all client deliverables for this portfolio are completed on time and to the required quality standard.
  • Identify opportunities to expand services within the existing client base and report potential new business to the relevant partner or director.
3. PRIVATE SECTOR AUDIT ENGAGEMENTS
  • Fulfil the role of Supervisor or engagement executor on assigned private sector audit engagements, depending on scope and complexity.
  • Plan, execute, and finalise audit files in accordance with ISA requirements and the firm's audit methodology.
  • Perform risk assessments, design audit procedures, and evaluate audit evidence to support conclusions and the audit opinion.
  • Review work performed by audit staff, providing timely and constructive feedback.
  • Draft management letters, report findings to the engagement partner, and assist in preparing audit reports.
  • Ensure audit engagements are completed within agreed timelines and budgets.
  • Maintain ongoing communication with clients during audit engagements to manage expectations and resolve queries efficiently.
4. PEOPLE, WORKFLOW & PRACTICE MANAGEMENT
  • Supervise, mentor and develop junior accounting and audit staff within the team.
  • Allocate and monitor workflow to ensure equitable distribution and timely delivery of work across the team.
  • Contribute to staff performance reviews and provide input on training needs.
  • Maintain up-to-date client files, working papers, and correspondence in line with firm standards.
  • Assist management with billing, WIP reviews, and debtor follow-up for allocated clients.
  • Proactively identify process improvement opportunities and escalate risks or issues to senior management promptly.
KEY COMPETENCIES & REQUIREMENTS

Technical Skills

  • AFS preparation and review across multiple reporting frameworks
  • Audit planning and execution in accordance with ISA
  • Community schemes legislation — HOAs, body corporates, and sectional title
  • Trust accounting and compliance
  • B Com Accounting Hon / CA(SA) advantage
  • 2 years post articles

Professional Competencies

  • Strong client relationship management and communication skills
  • Proven ability to manage multiple portfolios and competing deadlines
  • Experience supervising and developing junior staff minimum 2 years
  • High attention to detail and commitment to quality output
  • Ability to work independently and take ownership of deliverables
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