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Job title/position: Manager

Financial Services – Credit Audit Manager

Job specification

Job title/position: Manager

Financial Services – Credit Audit Manager

Number Of Positions

1

Function And Business Unit

Financial Services Audit

Description Of The Role And Purpose Of The Job

The Financial Services Audit division provides audit services to the largest banking clients in South Africa. We have created the credit risk group which requires audit managers to work primarily on the corporate and retail credit aspects of banking audits, specifically the determination of expected credit losses (ECL). This requires extensive knowledge and experience with IFRS 9 concepts in relation to banks and to work closely with credit model quants to determine and respond to audit risks as well as provide advisory services to non-audit clients. The credit risk group has been established to invest heavily in the development and training of individuals as well as streamline the credit audit approach globally.

Key Responsibilities

Credit managers are required:

• To guide, project manage and oversee the credit (ECL) audits of banks.
• To understand key technical concepts in relation credit modelling and the application of IFRS 9.
• To develop training material and administer training in Sub-Saharan Africa.
• To work with other global member firms in understanding common credit risk areas and streamlining the audit approach.
• To work closely with the quant credit modelling team in both audits and advisory work to link technical concepts with financial statement and audit requirements.
• Provide technical, audit operational, and audit quality leadership.
• Have a growth mindset to establish the credit risk group and expand service offerings.
• To interact with audit committee members, credit risk officers and other senior management personnel and build credible relationships.
  
  

• Deep understanding of credit risk, IFRS 9 and banking concepts
• A general understanding of credit modelling and approaches
• Exposure to financial services IT environment
• Strong leader
• Team player
• Ability to work under pressure
• Good communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills
• Audit documentation software knowledge (eAudIT and Clara knowledge)
• Up to date with accounting, auditing standards and global best practice templates
• Enthusiasm, individual initiative and self-drive
  
  

• CA (SA) or equivalent qualification and has at least 3 years’ experience since completion of training contract.
• Experience in audits or advisory work over ECL.

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Finance and Sales
• Industries Business Consulting and Services

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Shift Pursuit is proud to be partnering with a reputable audit and advisory firm in the search for a skilled External Audit Supervisor. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced audit professional who is ready to step into a supervisory role within a structured, high-performance environment.

Requirements:

• Matric certificate
• BCom in Accounting
• CA(SA) qualification or currently studying towards it
• Minimum of 3 years completed SAICA articles
• Proficient in MS Office
• Knowledge of recent developments in accounting and auditing standards

Key Performance Areas:

• Supervise and review the work of junior and intermediate team members
• Ensure compliance with audit procedures, quality standards, and reporting deadlines
• Conduct detailed reviews of working papers and financial statements
• Resolve client issues and provide insights into future needs
• Identify and convert new business opportunities from existing and new clients
• Manage time and billing efficiently to support profitability

If you are interested in this opportunity and meet the requirements, please email your updated CV to , or give us a call on and one of our consultants will be in touch if you meet the requirements.

Correspondence will only be conducted with short-listed candidates. Should you not hear from us within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Tagged as: Audit Supervisor, CA(SA), Cape Town, Century City, External Audit, SAICA

• Analyse, evaluate and improve existing business and system processes.
• Identify process gaps and recommend corrective actions.
• Develop business cases or capital requests.
• Lead and manage IT projects in collaboration with other departments.
• Conduct system testing (SAP) and oversee process implementation.
  
  

• Evaluate alignment of policies, procedures, and processes.
• Ensure internal control compliance and recommend corrective measures.
• Monitor and report on legal and regulatory developments.
• Coordinate sustainability risk assessments and compliance reports.
  
  

• Support the implementation of newly acquired businesses.
• Perform ROI analyses and assist with staff training and SOP rollouts.
• Take part in identifying and analysing growth opportunities.
  
  

• Conduct audits of business processes and branch-level administration.
• Resolve process inefficiencies and investigate fraud risks.
• Ensure quality control and process standardisation across branches.

So, you are considering joining BDO in South Africa for a traineeship position. As the South African member firm of the global BDO organisation, one of the fastest growing professional services networks globally, you would be making a good choice for your future career.

You would be joining an organisation with representation in over 167 countries and territories, including 58 Africa countries.

We know that it’s important to you to be part of something that matters, a firm that is making an impact on its profession as well as the communities in which it is located. You’ll find all that, and more, at BDO.

ONE ORGANISATION – GLOBALLY CONNECTED
BDO’s global organisation extends across 167 countries and territories, with 88,120 people working out of 1,617 offices – and we’re all working towards one goal: to provide our clients with exceptional service. Our firms across the organisation cooperate closely and comply with consistent operating principles and quality standards. 

OUR PURPOSE

PEOPLE HELPING PEOPLE ACHIEVE THEIR DREAMS
Our mission defines who we are and why we exist. It’s our core purpose. We play a big role in helping our clients and people achieve their dreams. Our mission keeps us grounded and humble about our impact on people’s lives every day.

What you can expect when you join BDO.

1. A commitment to creating unlimited growth by giving our people continuous opportunities 
2. A friendly and supportive culture, surrounded by teammates who are on the same journey as you
3. Collaboration and an open-door policy, all the way up to our CEO
4. A mentor to guide and challenge you
5. Exposure to a range of clients, from large JSE-listed companies to smaller owner-managed businesses
6. Opportunities to show you care through our CSI initiatives
7. A chance to meet other colleagues at our Sports & Social functions
8. Secondment opportunities for qualifying staff
9. Hands-on involvement in audit work from the day you join
10. A choice of six offices in South Africa offering audit work. Our other offices do Advisory work and as such traineeships are not available in Nelspruit, Roodepoort, Stellenbosch.
11. A firm big enough to be able to access the best group of experts for a client’s needs from our national and international network, and small enough to be responsive and innovative in tackling challenges.

The SAICA Accountant Traineeship is a 3 Year Training Contract whereby you will learn all the necessary SAICA competencies to pass your APC qualification in order to register as a Chartered Accountant.

The Trainee Accountant vacancies are for 2028 first year trainees wanting to start their training contract within the BDO Audit division. The training contract will ensure that you achieve the SAICA competencies to register as a Chartered Accountant and equip you with generalist expertise and experience in a broad range of commercial sectors. As a BDO Audit professional, you’ll work in a fast-paced environment and help BDO to deliver exceptional client service.  

We are looking for candidates who would like:
•Exposure to a broad range of client sectors;
•Hands on experience with clients and management;
•Open door policy with managers and partners;
•To learn about a broad range of businesses  from listed entities to entrepreneurial start ups;
•A supportive environment that is focused on skills development and professionalism.

Requirements 
• Honours / PGDA / CTA or equivalent level qualification at a SAICA recognized University.

Competencies:
•Keen willingness to learn and bring energy and aspiration to audit team;
•Strong technical ability;
•High level of attention to detail and analytical and problem solving abilities;
•Ability to communicate effectively;
•Ability to relate to clients;
•Ability to apply sound professional judgment;
•Demonstrate a commitment to self-development and growth;
•Ability to work within diverse teams;
•Strong organizational ability.

•Must reside in or Willing to relocate to Cape Town

The primary purpose of the Financial Services Manager: Banking role is to assist the Partners at BDO Financial Services with identifying, leading, and managing key accounts and implementing business development within the Banking sector in South Africa, focusing on external audit and consulting services. The Manager will also be given the responsibility to lead Banking project engagements in both the audit (external and internal) and consulting areas of the Financial Services division, based out of Johannesburg. This role will involve taking responsibility for the planning, execution and delivery of engagements; leading project and audit teams to achieve this; and building and maintaining client relationships while delivering on this. In addition, the Senior Manager will be expected to get involved with the day-to-day operations of the Financials Services business unit, which include (but are not limited to) functions such as: • finance (budget and WIP monitoring and management), • staff recruitment, • staff training, • counselling / mentoring audit trainees under the SAICA assessor program, • coaching / mentoring junior managers, • audit quality, • risk management / client onboarding, and • assisting leadership of FS with proactively contributing to setting the FS strategy and then implementing the strategy plan in the sector of Banking, once approved. Focus will be specifically on experience in the Financial Services sector, particularly in banking and lending. We are looking for candidates who would be: • A go-getter looking for exciting career growth opportunities in a fast-growing business unit within a leading professional services firm. A self-starter that is able to project manage and run assignments and teams independently, with a passion for client relationships and mentoring young CA talent. • Able to analyse and make decisions regarding complex accounting, auditing, and risk management matters, relating to the Banking and Lending industry; • Able to develop and review high quality working papers, audit files and reports, and then be able to present the results to senior level staff members at BDO and at clients  • Able to identify key areas of change and subjectivity affecting the Banking and Lending industry in South Africa, research these areas and summarise internal views and
consultations, with a view to providing thought leadership out to the FS market on banking and lending; • Able to collaborate with the existing FS team as part of a flat reporting structure; and to collaborate with other FS Managers, Senior Managers, Associate Directors and Partners across BDO Financial Services.

• B. Com Honours; CA (SA) qualification; • A minimum of 3-5 years’ post-qualification/articles experience; • Specific experience in banking and/or lending external audit engagements at a professional services firm, and/or Financial Services work experience outside practice but within the industry post articles; • A sound knowledge of and exposure to the IASB accounting standards, audit standards (ISA’s) currently in issue, and a wide general knowledge of legislation and regulations that could affect financial reporting in the Financial Services industry; • Deep knowledge and experience with the application of IFRS 7, IFRS 9, IFRS 13 and IAS 39 and all the ISA’s currently in issuance. Competencies: • Building trust and relationships • Fostering collaborative teamwork • Accessibility, persuasiveness and influencing • Proactive in all that we do • Fostering active communication • Continuously adding value • Client focused • Demonstrating a commercial and innovative digital mind-set • Aligning career aspirations with the strategies, goals and objectives of the team and firm • Innovative and willing to share ideas for new ways of working • Ability to work with all levels within an organisation • Demonstration of passion and energy to Financial Services and to the specific area of specialisation

The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the world's largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers.

Our business is unique in its ability to reach globally, service locally and provide cross-jurisdictional services. With our clients at the heart of everything we do, our hard-working team has successfully delivered on an unprecedented growth and transformation journey, and we are now represented by over circa 13,000 employees across 112 offices worldwide.Your career with us should reflect your energy and passion.

That's why, at Apex Group, we will do more than simply 'empower' you. We will work to supercharge your unique skills and experience.

Take the lead and we'll give you the support you need to be at the top of your game. And we offer you the freedom to be a positive disrupter and turn big ideas into bold, industry-changing realities.

For our business, for clients, and for you

Summary

The primary responsibility for this position is to plan and manage the audit and AFS schedule for the Alternative Funds and Local Unit Trusts within Institutional Client Accounting. The individual will be required to manage and coordinate the output of the Financial Reporting and Audit team, review of Annual Financial Statements prepared by the team, assisting with queries from auditors, clients and Institutional Client Accounting, providing support to the Financial Reporting and Audit team, ensuring team is up to date in terms of Accounting standards, monitoring of the performance of the team and ensuring processes and timelines are followed and standards are adhered to.

Job specification

• Deal Plan and manage the Financial Reporting and Audit team's deliverables.
• Ensure the team is adequately resourced for the expected deliverables.
• Ensure that staff are adequately equipped and motivated to perform the expected work.
• Ensure that quality is being effectively monitored and delivered, to minimize overruns.
• Manage relationships with external auditors, internal suppliers, and Client Relationship Managers.
• Review of financial statements and assist with audit queries.
• Work closely with Process Head and executive management to drive collaborative and effective policy development and implementations.
• Provide ongoing and continuous training, motivation and development of all team members to maintain high client service standards.

• A tertiary accounting qualification (minimum B. Com Accounting or equivalent, preferably coupled with a professional qualification.
• such as CA or ACCA) together with a minimum of 5 years working experience in total, of which at least 3 years should be relevant.
• industry experience within an audit environment.
• Management skills and experience.
• Previous experience in supervising and motivating staff.
• Previous experience in supervising and planning the output of a team.
• Previous experience in monitoring and ensuring quality of output.
• IT and Systems Skills and Knowledge:
• Advanced level experience in using Excel and MS Word.
• Proven competence and an aptitude for working with systems.
• Detailed understanding of IFRS, US GAAP and Lux GAAP.
• An understanding of funds and fee structures.
• Knowledge of the hedge fund industry and unit trusts.
• Previous experience in the preparation of financial statements.
• Previous experience in dealing with clients and auditors.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Confident, enthusiastic, and self-motivated.
• A track record of achievement

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So, you are considering joining BDO in South Africa for a traineeship position. As the South African member firm of the global BDO organisation, one of the fastest growing professional services networks globally, you would be making a good choice for your future career.

You would be joining an organisation with representation in over 167 countries and territories, including 58 Africa countries.

We know that it’s important to you to be part of something that matters, a firm that is making an impact on its profession as well as the communities in which it is located. You’ll find all that, and more, at BDO.

ONE ORGANISATION - GLOBALLY CONNECTED

BDO’s global organisation extends across 167 countries and territories, with 88,120 people working out of 1,617 offices - and we’re all working towards one goal: to provide our clients with exceptional service. Our firms across the organisation cooperate closely and comply with consistent operating principles and quality standards.

OUR PURPOSE

PEOPLE HELPING PEOPLE ACHIEVE THEIR DREAMS

Our mission defines who we are and why we exist. It’s our core purpose. We play a big role in helping our clients and people achieve their dreams. Our mission keeps us grounded and humble about our impact on people’s lives every day.

What you can expect when you join BDO.

• A commitment to creating unlimited growth by giving our people continuous opportunities
• A friendly and supportive culture, surrounded by teammates who are on the same journey as you
• Collaboration and an open-door policy, all the way up to our CEO
• A mentor to guide and challenge you
• Exposure to a range of clients, from large JSE-listed companies to smaller owner-managed businesses
• Opportunities to show you care through our CSI initiatives
• A chance to meet other colleagues at our Sports & Social functions
• Secondment opportunities for qualifying staff
• Hands-on involvement in audit work from the day you join
• A choice of six offices in South Africa offering audit work. Our other offices do Advisory work and as such traineeships are not available in Nelspruit, Roodepoort, Stellenbosch.
• A firm big enough to be able to access the best group of experts for a client’s needs from our national and international network, and small enough to be responsive and innovative in tackling challenges.
  
  

• Exposure and specialization in the financial services sector, which includes banking, asset management, stock broking, investment management, funds and insurance companies;
• Hands on experience with clients and management;
• Open door policy with managers and partners;
• Innovative and disruptive thinking; and
• A supportive environment that is focused on skills development and professionalism.
  
  

• Honours / PGDA / CTA or equivalent level qualification at a SAICA recognized University.
  
  

• Keen willingness to learn and bring energy and aspiration to audit team;
• Strong technical ability;
• High level of attention to detail and analytical and problem solving abilities;
• Ability to communicate effectively;
• Ability to relate to clients;
• Ability to apply sound professional judgment;
• Demonstrate a commitment to self-development and growth;
• Ability to work within diverse teams;
• Strong organizational ability.
• Must reside in Cape Town or Willing to relocate to Cape Town.
  
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Contract

• Job function Other
• Industries Accounting

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So, you are considering joining BDO in South Africa for a traineeship position. As the South African member firm of the global BDO organisation, one of the fastest growing professional services networks globally, you would be making a good choice for your future career.

You would be joining an organisation with representation in over 167 countries and territories, including 58 Africa countries.

We know that it’s important to you to be part of something that matters, a firm that is making an impact on its profession as well as the communities in which it is located. You’ll find all that, and more, at BDO.

ONE ORGANISATION – GLOBALLY CONNECTED
BDO’s global organisation extends across 167 countries and territories, with 88,120 people working out of 1,617 offices – and we’re all working towards one goal: to provide our clients with exceptional service. Our firms across the organisation cooperate closely and comply with consistent operating principles and quality standards. 

OUR PURPOSE

PEOPLE HELPING PEOPLE ACHIEVE THEIR DREAMS
Our mission defines who we are and why we exist. It’s our core purpose. We play a big role in helping our clients and people achieve their dreams. Our mission keeps us grounded and humble about our impact on people’s lives every day.

What you can expect when you join BDO.

1. A commitment to creating unlimited growth by giving our people continuous opportunities 
2. A friendly and supportive culture, surrounded by teammates who are on the same journey as you
3. Collaboration and an open-door policy, all the way up to our CEO
4. A mentor to guide and challenge you
5. Exposure to a range of clients, from large JSE-listed companies to smaller owner-managed businesses
6. Opportunities to show you care through our CSI initiatives
7. A chance to meet other colleagues at our Sports & Social functions
8. Secondment opportunities for qualifying staff
9. Hands-on involvement in audit work from the day you join
10. A choice of six offices in South Africa offering audit work. Our other offices do Advisory work and as such traineeships are not available in Nelspruit, Roodepoort, Stellenbosch.
11. A firm big enough to be able to access the best group of experts for a client’s needs from our national and international network, and small enough to be responsive and innovative in tackling challenges.

The SAICA Accountant Traineeship is a 3 Year Training Contract whereby you will learn all the necessary SAICA competencies to pass your APC qualification in order to register as a Chartered Accountant.

The Trainee Accountant vacancies are for 2027 first year trainees wanting to start their training contract within the BDO Financial Services (FS) division. The training contract will ensure that you achieve the SAICA competencies to register as a Chartered Accountant and equip you with specialist expertise and experience in the Banking, Insurance, Asset Management and Funds industries. As a BDO Financial Services professional, you’ll work in a fast-paced, innovative and technology driven environment and help BDO's established FS business to deliver exceptional client service and further disrupt and transform the FS industry.  

We are looking for candidates who would like:
•Exposure and specialization in the financial services sector, which includes banking, asset management, stock broking, investment management, funds and insurance companies;
•Hands on experience with clients and management;
•Open door policy with managers and partners;
•Innovative and disruptive thinking; and
•A supportive environment that is focused on skills development and professionalism.

Requirements 
•Honours / PGDA / CTA or equivalent level qualification at a SAICA recognised University.

•Upload your CV, copy of ID, Matric Certificate and Academic Record

Competencies
•A passion for Financial Markets and eagerness to specialize within the Financial Services sector;
•Keen willingness to learn and bring energy and aspiration to a growing and innovative team;
•Strong technical ability;
•High level of attention to detail and analytical and problem solving abilities;
•Ability to communicate effectively;
•Ability to relate to clients;
•Ability to apply sound professional judgment;
•Demonstrate a commitment to self-development and growth;
•Ability to work within diverse teams;
•Strong organisational ability.

•Must reside in Cape Town or Willing to relocate to Cape Town