Reports to: Audit Supervisor

Purpose of the Role

The Audit Semi-Senior will play a key role in supporting audit engagements from planning through to completion. Working under the guidance of Audit Seniors and Managers, you will be instrumental in executing audit procedures, meticulously documenting findings, and ensuring all work adheres to professional standards and firm methodologies. This position is ideal for someone ready to deepen their technical knowledge and contribute to the delivery of exceptional client service

Detailed Job Responsibilities

• Execute detailed audit procedures, including control testing, substantive testing, and analytical procedures.
• Prepare clear, concise, and complete audit work papers that support audit conclusions.
• Perform technical analysis on assigned audit sections, identifying exceptions and unusual trends.
• Assist in identifying basic audit risks and understanding how audit procedures address these risks.
• Interact professionally with client staff to obtain necessary information and clarify queries.
• Communicate progress, challenges, and initial findings to senior team members.
• Contribute to the preparation of audit deliverables and ensure compliance with quality control procedures.
• Begin to review work performed by junior staff (as assigned).

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Progress towards a professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, CA) is highly preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in external audit within a professional services firm, demonstrating progressive responsibility
• Must be a member of ZICA

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong analytical skills
• Proven ability to lead, supervise, and develop junior staff.
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of matters as required
• Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines with attention to detail
• Ability to communicate effectively in business English, both written and verbally
• Familiarity and proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Ability to provide Excellent service to both internal and external customers

HOW TO APPLY

Please send your application letter and other credentials as a single PDF to jobs@zm.pkf.com and state the email subject as Audit Semi-Senior

NOTES

The closing date for receipt of applications is 30 June 2025 17:00 hours. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Address the applications to The Director - Human Resources.