Assurance Manager (Small And Medium Enterprises) at Moore South Africa

Job Advert Summary
Moore Cape Town is looking for an Assurance Manager to manage the Independent Review engagements in their Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) department on a permanent basis from 1 August 2024. The successful candidate will have at least two years management experience, is adept at managing Independent Review engagements, can confidently lead a team, values high standards, is committed to quality, and can effectively manage client relationships.

At Moore Cape Town we value collaboration and teamwork.  We provide a dynamic and supportive environment where your individual contributions are recognised. Our Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) division services a broad range of clients with differing needs, thus providing tangible opportunities for learning and development.

Minimum Requirements
Experience and Skills Required:

• 2 - 3 Years proven experience in a management position, demonstrating the ability to lead and inspire a team of trainees to achieve objectives
• Demonstrable record of managing a SME client portfolio with specific experience in: 
• Independent Review engagements in terms of ISRE 2400
• Compilation engagements in terms of ISRS 4410
• Taxation for Companies and Trusts
• Thorough knowledge of IFRS for SME’s and IAS Accounting Standards
• Proficient in various accounting software and Microsoft Office
• Have a good understanding of the Companies and Income Tax Acts
• Working knowledge of CaseWare

Educational Qualifications

• BCom or B.Com Honours degree (accounting or financial accounting)
• SAICA training contract completed
• AGA(SA) or eligible to register as an AGA(SA)

PersonalQualities:

• Excellent leadership and interpersonal abilities
• Able to develop high-performing people and teams
• Strong communication skills to effectively convey technical concepts
• Have a passion for developing client relationships
• Good problem solving skills
• Ability to collaborate in a team environment
• Effective time management in a fast-paced industry  

In line with Moore Cape Town’s Employment Equity plan, preference will be given to applicants from the underrepresented designated groups who meet the requirements stipulated above.

Duties and Responsibilities

Main Purpose of Position:

This is a full-time management role in the SME department leading and managing Independent Review engagements for a fast-growing client base.  Day-to-day activities will include coordinating with the client and team to ensure timely completion of engagements, provide value added advice to clients, and lead and train a team of trainee accountants.

Position Overview:

• Manage a team of SAIPA trainee accountants
• Manage Independent Review engagements in terms of ISRE 2400 for a portfolio
• Manage Compilation engagements in terms of ISRS 4410
• Detailed review off financial statements in terms of IFRS for SME’s
• Detailed review of taxation for Companies and Trusts