Primary purpose
The Audit Supervisor works closely with the Audit team to undertake audit activities for client firms.
Key relationships
The role is required to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders of the firm.
Internal relationships
* Directors
* Audit team
* Other Hall Chadwick teams including Business Services and Forensic Accounting
External relationships
* Clients
* ASIC
* ASX
Accountabilities
* Conduct various audit engagements simultaneously, ensuring they are completed in a timely manner, identifying key risk areas and accounting technical matters
* Prepare complete and accurate audit work papers
* Display appropriate knowledge and understanding of clients’ businesses to develop an appropriate audit approach
* Communicate effectively with clients to manage expectations and ensure deadlines are met
* Identify areas of improvement in the clients’ business processes and deliver recommendations to clients after understanding and assessing internal controls
* Prepare and review Financial statements, ensuring they adhere to statutory requirements
* Build and maintain strong, professional and trusting relationships with clients
* Remain up to date with upcoming changes to the accounting and audit standards
* Review the work, coach and develop Audit team members to build competence and improve productivity
Attributes
Knowledge, Experience and Skills
* A minimum of five years’ experience in external public practice audit
* Solid understanding of relevant legislation, Australian Accounting Standards, and Australian Auditing Standards
* High level of computer literacy, with an excellent understanding of audit and accounting software
* Strong organisation and follow up skills including the ability to handle competing priorities and meet all deadlines and commitments
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise with clients in a clear and concise manner, and the ability to discuss issues in a manner which considers the client’s circumstances
* Broad commercial expertise and judgement
* Strong problem solving and analytical skills
* Accuracy and attention to detail
* The ability to work effectively as part of a team, and to coach, mentor and review the work of team members
* Flexibility and a positive approach to travel and working across industries, clients and locations
Qualifications / Certifications
* Degree qualified in accounting, business or commerce
* CA or CPA qualification
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $90,000.00 – $110,000.00 per year
Work Authorisation:
* Australia (Preferred)
Work Location: In person