AUDITOR

JOB SUMMARY

The Auditor will be responsible for planning and executing audit assignments for a diverse portfolio of clients, ensuring financial records are accurate, complete, and compliant with applicable accounting standards, tax laws, and statutory regulations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Audit & Assurance

• Plan and execute statutory and non-statutory audit assignments in accordance with applicable auditing standards.
• Review clients’ accounting records, financial statements, supporting documentation, and internal controls.
• Perform substantive and analytical audit procedures to verify the accuracy and completeness of financial information.
• Identify financial reporting errors, inconsistencies, fraud risks, and control deficiencies, and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
• Prepare comprehensive audit working papers and maintain complete audit documentation.
• Draft audit findings, management letters, and final audit reports.

Financial Reporting

• Prepare and review financial statements in compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and other applicable reporting frameworks.
• Ensure financial statements fairly represent the financial position and performance of clients.
• Assist clients in implementing accounting policies and improving financial reporting processes.

Tax & Statutory Compliance

• Prepare and review statutory returns including VAT, PAYE, Corporate Tax, and other regulatory filings.
• Advise clients on tax compliance and statutory obligations.
• Represent clients during KRA audits, investigations, assessments, objections, and other tax-related matters.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities to resolve compliance issues.

Accounting & Systems Review

• Review accounting ledgers, journals, invoices, bank reconciliations, payroll records, and supporting schedules.
• Verify the validity, authorization, and accuracy of financial transactions.
• Evaluate accounting systems and recommend improvements to strengthen financial controls.
• Work with ERP systems and QuickBooks to review accounting data and generate financial reports.

Client Relationship Management

• Maintain regular communication with clients regarding audit progress and findings.
• Provide practical recommendations to improve financial management and compliance.
• Build and maintain long-term professional relationships with clients.
• Respond promptly to client queries and provide technical guidance where required.

Risk & Compliance

• Ensure audit engagements comply with professional standards, firm policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain confidentiality of client information at all times.
• Stay updated on changes in accounting standards, taxation laws, and auditing regulations.

KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

• Degree in Commerce (Accounting), Finance, or a related field.
• CPA(K) qualification or significant progress toward completion.
• Membership in ICPAK is an added advantage.
• Certification in IFRS or taxation will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 3–5 years’ experience in a busy audit or public accounting firm.
• Experience conducting statutory audits across multiple industries.
• Demonstrated experience in financial statement preparation.
• Practical experience handling KRA tax matters and statutory compliance.
• Experience using ERP systems and QuickBooks.

HOW TO APPLY

• If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience share CV on recruitment@britesmanagement.com
• Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
• Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.