Audit Senior at Zurishaddai Recruitment Agency
Confidential
Lagos, Nigeria
Permanent
Published 1 month ago · Expires 4 weeks from now
Job description
## Title: Audit Senior
Job Overview
We are seeking a highly talented and dedicated Audit Senior to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate is a professional with several years of experience in the field who will be responsible for leading smaller audit engagements and performing complex auditing procedures. This role serves as a stepping stone between junior staff and audit management, requiring a blend of technical expertise, leadership skills, and client communication abilities.
Key Responsibilities
- Take ownership of audit engagements, leading day-to-day fieldwork from planning to completion
- Ensure audit work is completed on time, within budget, and to a high standard of quality
- Identify and assess potential financial, operational, and compliance risks
- Perform complex substantive testing and detailed financial statement analysis on higher-risk areas
- Conduct process walkthroughs and evaluate the effectiveness of clients' internal controls
- Supervise and develop team members
- Prepare or review financial statements for completeness and accuracy
- Maintain regular client communication and relationship management
- Assist with other audit-related projects and administrative tasks as needed
- Perform other related duties as determined by management
Qualifications
- BSc/HND in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Professional certification such as ACA, ACCA, or equivalent
- 2-3 years of post-qualification progressive experience in an auditing role
- Experience leading audit fieldwork in an external audit environment
Technical & Soft Skills
- Strong knowledge of auditing standards and methodologies
- Proficiency in audit software, data analytics tools, and Microsoft Excel
- Experience with relevant accounting software and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities