Audit & Accounts Manager

AUDIT & ACCOUNTS MANAGER

JOB DESCRIPTION

Location:  Accra                                                                                                    

Industry: Audit, Tax & Advisory

Reports To: Managing Partner/Senior Partner

Our client is a reputable audit, tax, and advisory firm providing high-quality professional services to a diverse portfolio of clients across Ghana.

Your role as an Audit & Accounts Manager:

You will be responsible for leading and managing audit engagements, overseeing financial reporting, and supervising audit teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality, compliant, and timely services. You will also play a key role in client advisory, relationship management, and supporting the firm’s growth initiatives.

What’s In It for You.

-          Lead diverse audit engagements across multiple industries

-          Exposure to strategic client advisory work

-          Work within a professional and growth-focused environment

-          Enjoy a competitive compensation and performance-based incentives

 Key Responsibilities 

• Lead and manage statutory and non-statutory audits, ensuring compliance with applicable standards and regulatory frameworks
  
• Review audit working papers and deliverables, including reports, management letters, and audit opinions, while managing timelines and budgets
  
• Oversee financial reporting, ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and compliance of financial statements in line with applicable standards
  
• Assess internal controls and identify risks, providing practical recommendations for improvement
  
• Provide technical accounting and advisory support to clients, including financial reporting processes and system improvements
  
• Collaborate on tax and regulatory matters, including corporate tax, VAT, and withholding tax, and liaise with relevant authorities where required
  
• Supervise, mentor, and manage audit team members, including task allocation, performance management, and on-the-job training
  
• Ensure adherence to firm methodologies, quality standards, and professional practice requirements, including ICAG Practice Review
  
• Manage client relationships, serving as the primary point of contact and ensuring timely delivery of services
  
• Identify business development opportunities and support proposal preparation and service expansion
  
• Support internal quality reviews and contribute to firm strategy and operational improvements
  

  Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance.
  
• Minimum of 5 years of work experience in a similar role, with at least 2–3 years in a supervisory role
  
• Professional qualification (ICAG, ACCA, or equivalent) is required
  
• Strong knowledge of auditing standards (ISA) and financial reporting frameworks
  
• Good understanding of tax laws and regulatory requirements
  
• Advanced Excel and financial analysis skills
  
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills.
  
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, audit tools (e.g., CaseWare or similar), and financial systems.
  
  

Competencies

Detail-Oriented, Analytical, Problem-Solving.