BDO Wave_Audit Assistant Manager_Financial Services_2026 intake (Cape Town) at BDO South Africa

Description


If you've recently completed your SAICA articles, this is your opportunity to take the next step. As a Junior Associate, you'll work closely with the Audit Engagement Manager in the UK, contributing to the planning and execution of audit fieldwork. You'll play a key role in ensuring audits are completed efficiently and within deadlines, gaining hands-on experience and exposure to a dynamic client portfolio.
Completion of execution on sections
Completion of analytical reviews on an overall entity basis as well as on specific sections
Completion of planning and finalisation
Manages time and is held accountable for productivity
Provides frequent progress updates to the UK manager or partner
Regular online and in-person training is required to ensure compliance


Requirements
Qualifications and experience

Minimum requirements:


Newly qualified CA(SA) registered or eligible to register with SAICA
Less than 1-year post-articles experience
Full IFRS practical audit experience


Preferred requirements:


Independent review experience


Competencies


Ability to handle and manage stress
Ability to meet tight deadlines and work well under pressure
Excellent command of English, both written and spoken
Excellent communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills for internal and external stakeholder relationship management
Flexible in terms of working hours when required
Supervisory experience
Must be able to work on your own
Project management skills
Quality and detail oriented
Team player