Job Description

The Audit Supervisor forms part of the team overseeing the ACCA trainees working on audit engagements for BDO UK. They are responsible for ensuring that audit working papers completed by the ACCA trainees are reviewed and at the required quality standard prior to the work being reviewed by the BDO UK audit team. The Audit Supervisor is also involved with the day-to-day operations of the division, including the completion of skills reviews on LTS. They report to the Manager of the division for daily work contact.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide regular updates to the division management team Build and manage relationships with UK Managers Oversee and review work performed by ACCA trainees ensuring compliance with standards, audit quality and firm methodology Provide on the job training and coaching to trainees Provide guidance on technical audit and accounting matters Assist with time management and productivity of trainees Provide trainees with constructive feedback on a timely basis Ensure the review notes given to trainees are clear and provide sufficient detail to ensure proper understanding of errors and issues noted Manage review timelines to ensure UK deadlines and timing requirements are met Responsible for the daily training and development of the trainees through knowledge and skills sharing Formulate training interventions and sessions to improve audit quality and trainee development Monitor trainees' progress and development needs Applying firm policies consistently and fairly Ensuring trainees understand firm culture and expectations

Qualifications:

Postgraduate Degree in Accounting Completed 3 Year SAICA articles ITC

Technical Competencies:

Ability to carry out complex written and oral instructions Ability to plan and organize the work of others Sound supervisory experience Ability to meet tight deadlines and work well under pressure Ability to handle and manage stress Excellent command of English, both written and spoken Excellent communication skills Working knowledge of accounting standards Flexible in terms of working hours, when required Ability to operate as part of a team Strong project management skills Quality and detail-oriented

Job requirements:

* Full time in-office role