Introduction to PKF SA:

PKF is one of the largest mid-tier accounting firms in South Africa, providing high-quality audit, accounting, tax and business advisory solutions. We have 8 independent member firms across South Africa. We are looking for someone whose ambition aligns with our ambition to unlock potential for a better society; to join our team and we look forward to meeting you!

Job Description:

The Monitoring Review Lead plays a crucial role in improving quality within our network and in our firms’ quality endeavours. The individual with the direction and supervision of the PKF SA Head of Quality and Risk ensure that the network adheres to the applicable professional and legal requirements. These individuals are support by the PKF SA Risk and Compliance Committee.

Requirements:

• CA (SA) who trained in public practice (external audit).
• At least, five years post qualification/articles experience.
• Experience as a Senior Manager/Associate Director or equivalent in an external audit firm.
• Excellent technical knowledge and experience in auditing and financial reporting standards.

Key Performance Areas:

• Performing the planning and scoping of risk-based inspections of completed engagements (monitoring reviews).
• Performing inspections of completed engagements (monitoring reviews).
• Providing oversight and guidance to the inspections performed by the Quality and Risk Manager.
• Regular interactions with member firms and discussing findings with the engagement partners and leadership of the member firms.
• Demonstrating a high degree of independence and professional judgement to drive matters to conclusion.
• Researching and consulting internally on technical matters.
• Preparing high quality reports.
• Performance of compliance related internal monitoring activities.
• Participating in relevant network related quality initiatives/projects.

Attributes:

• Unquestionable integrity and objectivity.
• Excellent knowledge of the latest professional standards and pronouncements.
• Practical knowledge in auditing and the technical aspects of auditing.
• Comfortable in a digital world when working or inspecting relevant areas using IT/IS.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Professional maturity and attitude.
• Deadline driven with high levels of accuracy.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work both alone and in a team.