Senior External Auditor (6 months contract)
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6 months contract - Renewable based on performance
The Senior Consultant – External Audit will support the Group in managing external audit engagements, ensuring compliance with IFRS, local regulatory requirements, and best practices.
The role will work closely with business units across manufacturing, retail, project management, and industrial engineering to strengthen financial governance, risk management, and internal controls, leveraging prior Big 4 experience.
External Audit & Financial Reporting
- Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors, managing audit planning, execution, and closure.
- Review financial statements and disclosures to ensure compliance with
IFRS
- and applicable local regulations.
- Prepare and review audit schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
- Ensure timely resolution of audit findings, management letters, and action plans.
- Support year-end and interim audits across multiple legal entities and business units.
Internal Controls & Risk Management
- Assess internal control environments and recommend improvements in line with best practices.
- Evaluate financial risks related to manufacturing operations, inventory, cost accounting, retail margins, and project accounting.
- Monitor compliance with Group policies, delegated authorities, and governance frameworks.
- Support special reviews, due diligence, and ad-hoc investigations when required.
Business & Stakeholder Support
- Partner with finance teams across different businesses to enhance financial processes and reporting accuracy.
- Provide technical accounting guidance on complex transactions, including revenue recognition, fixed assets, WIP, and project costing.
- Present audit findings and recommendations to senior management in a clear and practical manner.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and process harmonization across the Group.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Professional certification preferred
Experience
- **Minimum 4 years of experience**
- in external audit with
- Big 4 firms
- .
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